How many Batteries Plus Bulbs stores were operating in Iowa at the start of 2023?
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 2022 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 9 |
| 2023 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | |
| 2024 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
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 9 stores operating in Iowa at the start of 2023. This figure provides a snapshot of the brand's established presence in the state at that time.
For a prospective franchisee, this indicates the existing market saturation and brand recognition in Iowa. A higher number of existing stores might suggest a well-established customer base and supply chain, but it could also mean more competition. Conversely, a lower number might indicate untapped potential but also greater risk in establishing the brand.
It is important to note that while no stores opened in Iowa during 2023, one store ceased operations in 2022, leaving 9 stores at the end of 2023. This information, combined with market research, can help potential franchisees assess the opportunities and challenges of opening a Batteries Plus Bulbs franchise in Iowa.