How many franchised Bambu outlets were operating at the start 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 61 franchised outlets at the start of 2023. This information is based on the systemwide outlet summary provided in Item 20 of the FDD, which tracks the number of franchised, company-owned, and total outlets from 2022 to 2024. The data includes the number of outlets at the start and end of each year, as well as the net change in outlets.
For a prospective franchisee, this number provides insight into the growth and stability of the Bambu franchise system. Seeing an increase in franchised outlets from year to year can be a positive indicator of the brand's appeal and the success of its franchisees. However, it's also important to consider the net change in outlets, which reflects the number of new openings minus any closures or terminations.
It is important to note that while the number of franchised outlets increased from 2022 to 2023, the number decreased from 2023 to 2024. This could be due to a variety of factors, such as economic conditions, changing consumer preferences, or issues with specific locations. A prospective franchisee should investigate these factors further to understand the potential risks and opportunities associated with investing in a Bambu franchise.