How many Apricot Lane franchised outlets were operating at the start of 2023?
Apricot_Lane Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Outlet Type | Year | Outlets at the Start of the Year | Outlets at the End of the Year | Net Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franchised | 2022 | 82 | 108 | +26 |
| 2023 | 108 | 112 | +4 | |
| 2024 | 112 | 109 | -3 | |
| Company-Owned | 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Total Outlets | 2022 | 82 | 108 | +26 |
| 2023 | 108 | 112 | +4 | |
| 2024 | 112 | 109 | -3 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 41–51)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Apricot Lane's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were 108 franchised outlets operating at the start of 2023. This number reflects the total number of Apricot Lane franchise locations that were open and running as of January 1, 2023. This information is useful for potential franchisees to understand the size and growth of the Apricot Lane franchise system.
Tracking the number of outlets at the start of the year helps to provide a clear picture of the brand's existing footprint. It also serves as a baseline for measuring growth and changes in the franchise network over time. The FDD also indicates that the number of franchised outlets increased by 4 during 2023, reaching 112 by the end of the year.
Monitoring the number of franchise outlets at both the start and end of the year, along with the net change, can be a valuable tool for assessing the stability and expansion of the Apricot Lane franchise system. Prospective franchisees can use this data to evaluate the brand's performance and potential for future growth.