Sydney's Emporium has 59 stores in the U.S. and wants to expand globally. Sydney's wants to achieve the highest possible returns, and is not concerned about pursuing a high-risk strategy as long as it maintains complete control over its stores. The best global entry strategy for Sydney's is most likely
A.
exporting.
B.
a strategic alliance.
C.
a joint venture.
D.
direct investment.
E.
franchising.
Answer: D