How many Batteries Plus Bulbs stores were operating in Alabama at the start of 2022?
Batteries_Plus_Bulbs Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State | Year | Stores at the Start of the Year | Stores Opened | Termina- tions | Non- Renewals | Reacquired by Franchisor | Ceased Operations / Other Reasons | Stores at the End of the Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 2022 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| 2023 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 12 | |
| 2024 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 70–79)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Batteries Plus Bulbs's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were 13 stores operating in Alabama at the start of 2022. During 2022, one additional store was opened, bringing the total to 14 by the end of the year.
For a prospective franchisee in Alabama, this indicates an established presence of the Batteries Plus Bulbs brand in the state. The addition of one store during the year suggests some growth in the market.
It is important to note that while the number of stores increased in 2022, the numbers decreased in the following years. By the end of 2024, there were 11 stores operating in Alabama. A prospective franchisee should investigate the reasons for store closures to understand the market dynamics and potential challenges in the region.