Dubai based wellness franchise elegant hoopoe expands to the UK with an AI driven operating model, introducing its SEGA architecture as the 890 billion dollar global franchise industry adapts to new operational and regulatory demands.

Mori Trust acquires an ownership interest in 35 Hudson Yards, including the Equinox Hotel, in a deal reported at $541 million, expanding its U.S. portfolio.

The Global Wellness Institute’s 2025 report shows the wellness economy reaching 6.8 trillion dollars in 2024 with all sectors surpassing pre pandemic levels. Wellness real estate and mental wellness lead growth, and the industry is projected to approach 9.8 trillion dollars by 2029.

Xponential Fitness (NYSE: XPOF) completes the divestiture of Lindora to Next Health, allowing the company to refocus on core fitness brands while Next Health expands its health optimization portfolio.

Universal Pictures Content Group partners with Sudor to expand its wellness apps, starting with Davina McCall’s Own Your Goals and its 300,000-strong community.

Canyon Ranch Tucson is the only resort in the Americas nominated for the inaugural MICHELIN Wellness Award, recognizing the world’s top five wellness hotels. Winners will be announced October 8, 2025.

Reforme opens in Manhattan, blending European wellness tech and holistic therapies to meet rising demand for premium, non-invasive urban wellness.

A McKinsey survey finds that younger consumers are driving growth in the $500 billion U.S. wellness market, prioritizing functional nutrition, mental health, and in-person experiences. Learn about spending trends and six key growth areas shaping the future of wellness.

24 Hour Fitness has partnered with Action for Healthy Kids to launch a national wellness initiative focused on supporting families and schools. The collaboration kicks off with free community Open Gym Days on May 17 and includes accessible wellness resources and a virtual webinar with industry leaders.

Genetic testing company 23andMe has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in a move aimed at restructuring operations and facilitating a court-supervised asset sale. Co-founder Anne Wojcicki has stepped down as CEO to position herself as an independent bidder for the company’s assets. The filing follows ongoing financial challenges, a major 2023 data breach, and shifts in the consumer health tech space.

ŌURA appoints Dr. Ricky Bloomfield as Chief Medical Officer, expanding its focus on healthcare partnerships and data-driven health insights in the wearable technology space.

ABC Fitness’ Q1 Wellness Watch reveals key fitness trends shaping 2025. With 76% of consumers identifying as active, gym check-ins hitting 106 million, and AI-driven fitness tracking on the rise, the industry is seeing a shift toward hybrid workouts, affordability, and holistic wellness.

FIBO’s latest expansion introduces Hall 1, a dedicated space where longevity, wellness, and hospitality take center stage. With expert panels, hands-on experiences, and industry networking, the shift highlights how fitness businesses are adapting to meet growing demand for recovery, mental well-being, and long-term health solutions.

New research from the Global Wellness Institute (GWI) reveals that the US wellness economy has reached $2 trillion, making up one-third of the global market. The report highlights the industry's rapid growth, outpacing other major markets like China and Germany, with strong gains in fitness, nutrition, mental wellness, and workplace health sectors.

Life Time (NYSE: LTH) expands its MIORA Performance and Longevity Clinic with the opening of Life Time Evanston, marking its first new club of 2025. The clinic offers metabolic assessments, hormone therapy, and advanced wellness treatments.

Matrix Fitness partners with the International Luxury Hotel Association (ILHA) to enhance fitness and wellness offerings in luxury hotels. The collaboration will focus on industry insights, emerging trends, and technology to meet the evolving expectations of high-end travelers. Learn more about the partnership.

Explore how femtech and women’s wellness are evolving with programs like Canyon Ranch M/Power, a comprehensive retreat addressing menopause and perimenopause care with expert-led solutions and personalized health assessments.

Life Time expands its wellness app with 100 new on-demand classes and meditations, offering accessible fitness and mindfulness solutions for any schedule.

Discover how Perspire Sauna Studio, the largest infrared sauna franchise in the U.S., now accepts HSA and FSA payments nationwide, making wellness more accessible.

A new report reveals that nearly half of people worldwide are experiencing wellbeing burnout, with group fitness activities offering a potential solution to improve physical and mental health.