Papa John’s Suspending Scheduled Franchisee Royalty Increase

For the first half of 2009, Papa John's said it was
suspending the 0.25 percent royalty rate increase scheduled for
January. It will also provide royalty relief and local
marketing support for struggling franchisees or markets.

The question:

Are any other franchise systems going to stall their plans for % increases in royalty payments? If so, would that be a good thing, or will it freak potential franchise buyers out?

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