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While many U.S. companies avoid expansion into politically unstable locations, one American chain is flourishing in some of the world's most turbulent countries. Fatburger, a Los Angeles-based food franchise, has opened restaurants in 32 countries since 2007.
The chain once struggled financially amidst domestic competition. But now, it's valued at $125 million and has grown to 200 international locations, including Iraq, where a second store is in the works, Tunisia and Libya. CEO Andy Wiederhorn said he's planning 350 additional shops around the globe.
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