How many franchised Bambu outlets were operating at the end of 2023?
Bambu 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 | 59 | 61 | +2 |
| 2023 | 61 | 69 | +8 | |
| 2024 | 69 | 60 | -9 | |
| Company Owned(2) | 2022 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | -1 | |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Total Outlets | 2022 | 60 | 62 | +2 |
| 2023 | 62 | 69 | +7 | |
| 2024 | 69 | 60 | -9 |
Source: Item 20 — Outlets and Franchisee Information (FDD pages 47–52)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bambu's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were 69 franchised outlets operating at the end of 2023. The FDD provides a systemwide outlet summary that includes information about franchised, company-owned, and total outlets. This data helps prospective franchisees understand the growth and changes in the Bambu franchise system over the past three years.
Specifically, the table details the number of franchised outlets at the start of 2023 (61), the number at the end of the year (69), and the net change (+8). This indicates that Bambu experienced a net increase of 8 franchised locations during 2023. The company-owned outlets decreased by 1, going from 1 at the start of 2023 to 0 at the end of the year. Overall, the total number of Bambu outlets increased from 62 to 69 during 2023.
This information is valuable for potential franchisees as it offers insight into the brand's expansion and stability. A growing number of franchised locations may suggest a healthy and attractive business model. However, it's also important to consider factors such as terminations, transfers, and closures, which are detailed elsewhere in the Item 20 tables, to get a comprehensive understanding of the franchise system's dynamics. Reviewing the complete Item 20 and speaking with existing franchisees can provide a more detailed picture of the Bambu franchise opportunity.