How many company-owned Anago outlets were there at the end of 2024?
Anago Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
ocument) and do not reflect the number of Unit Franchisees in the Anago System. All numbers are as of December 31 of each year.
TABLE NO. 1 SYSTEMWIDE DOMESTIC OUTLET SUMMARY FOR YEARS 2022 TO 2024
| Franchised | 2022 | 44 | 45 | 1 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 45 | 47 | 2 | ||
| 2024 | 47 | 48 | 1 | ||
| Company Owned | 2022 | 1 | 0 | -1 | |
| 2023 | 0 | 1 | 1 | ||
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | -1 | ||
| Total Outlets | 2022 | 45 | 45 | 0 | |
| 2023 | 45 | 48 | 3 | ||
| 2024 | 48 | 48 | 0 | ||
| State | Year | Number of Transfers | |||
| AZ | 2022 2023 2024 | 1 0 0 | |||
| MN | 2022 2023 2024 | 0 0 1 | |||
| OH | 2022 2023 2024 | 0 0 1 | |||
| Total | 2022 2023 2024 | 1 0 2 | **TABLE NO. |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEES INFORMATION (FDD pages 55–62)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Anago's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, at the end of 2024, there was 1 company-owned Anago outlet. This figure is part of the systemwide domestic outlet summary. It's important to note that these numbers specifically refer to Subfranchisees, which is the franchise offering under the disclosure document, and do not include Unit Franchisees within the Anago system.
This information is relevant for prospective franchisees as it provides a snapshot of Anago's corporate involvement in operating outlets. A low number of company-owned stores, as is the case here, is typical in many mature franchise systems. This often indicates that the franchisor is more focused on supporting franchisees than directly competing with them. However, it could also mean that the franchisor has limited experience operating the business themselves.
The FDD also includes tables outlining the status of domestic subfranchise outlets, transfers of domestic outlets, and projected new company-owned outlets. These tables offer additional context regarding the growth and changes within the Anago franchise system. Reviewing these tables can help potential franchisees understand the dynamics of outlet ownership and the company's strategic direction.
Prospective franchisees should consider the implications of Anago's limited company-owned presence. While it might signal a commitment to franchisee success, it also necessitates thorough due diligence to assess the level of support and expertise Anago provides to its franchisees. Speaking with current and former franchisees can offer valuable insights into this aspect of the franchise system.