How many Bambu outlets were operating in Louisiana at the start of 2023?
Bambu Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
eriod begins on January 1 and ends on December 31.
ITEM 20 TABLE NO. 3 STATUS OF FRANCHISED OUTLETS FOR YEARS 2022 TO 2024(1)
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Termina- tions | Non- Renewals | Reacquired by Franchisor | Ceased Operations - Other Reasons | Outlets at End of Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States |
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 was one outlet operating in Louisiana at the start of 2023. The table provided in Item 20 of the FDD details the number of outlets at the start of the year, the number of outlets opened, and the number of outlets at the end of the year for each state where Bambu has a presence. This information can be useful for prospective franchisees to understand the brand's growth and presence in specific states.
Specifically, the table shows that in 2022, there were zero outlets at the start of the year in Louisiana, one outlet opened, and one outlet at the end of the year. In 2023, there was one outlet at the start of the year, zero outlets opened, and one outlet at the end of the year. In 2024, there was one outlet at the start of the year, zero outlets opened, and one outlet at the end of the year.
This data indicates that Bambu has a limited presence in Louisiana, with only one store operating during the years 2023 and 2024. A prospective franchisee should consider this information when evaluating the potential market and competition in Louisiana. It is important to note that past performance is not indicative of future results, and the success of a Bambu franchise will depend on various factors, including location, management, and market conditions.