How many Auntie Annes outlets were reacquired by the franchisor in Oklahoma in 2021?
Auntie_Annes Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Termin ations | Non Renewals | Reacquired by Franchisor | Ceased Operations - Other Reasons | Outlets at End of Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | |
| Oklahoma | 2022 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISE INFORMATION (FDD pages 95–105)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Auntie Annes's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were no Auntie Annes outlets reacquired by the franchisor in Oklahoma during 2021. The provided table outlines outlet data, including openings, terminations, non-renewals, re acquisitions, and closures for various states over the years 2021, 2022, and 2023.
Specifically, the table shows that in Oklahoma for the year 2021, there were 5 outlets at the start of the year, no outlets opened, no terminations, no non-renewals, and crucially, zero outlets reacquired by Auntie Annes. There were also no outlets that ceased operations for other reasons. This resulted in 5 outlets at the end of the year, matching the number at the beginning of the year.
This data point is important for potential franchisees as it provides insight into the stability and changes within the Auntie Annes franchise system in specific locations. A high number of re acquisitions could indicate potential issues with franchisee success or franchisor strategy, while a stable number, as seen here, suggests consistency in the market.