How many Batteries Plus Bulbs stores were in Tennessee at the start of 2024?
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 2022 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| 2023 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18 | |
| 2024 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 16 |
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 18 stores in Tennessee at the start of 2024. The table provided in Item 20 of the FDD details the number of stores at the start of the year, stores opened, terminations, non-renewals, stores reacquired by the franchisor, stores that ceased operations for other reasons, and the number of stores at the end of the year for each state.
For a prospective franchisee, this information is valuable in understanding the historical growth and stability of Batteries Plus Bulbs in Tennessee. The fact that the number of stores remained constant from 2023 to the start of 2024 suggests a stable market presence. However, it is important to note that the number of stores decreased to 16 by the end of 2024, with two stores ceasing operations for other reasons.
This data indicates that while Batteries Plus Bulbs has an established presence in Tennessee, there may be challenges in maintaining all locations. A potential franchisee should investigate the reasons behind the store closures in 2024 to better understand the market dynamics and potential risks in the region. Further research and due diligence, including speaking with current and former franchisees, would be advisable to assess the opportunities and challenges of operating a Batteries Plus Bulbs franchise in Tennessee.