What was the total amount of 'Other operating income' for Batteries Plus Bulbs in 2023?
Batteries_Plus_Bulbs Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| 2023 | 2022 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Merchandise sales | $ 268,600 | $ 283,671 | |
| Cost of merchandise sold | 160,260 | 171,838 | |
| Gross profit | 108,340 | 111,833 | |
| Other operating income | |||
| Franchise fees | 1,895 | 1,718 | |
| Royalty fees | 23,305 | 23,060 | |
| Supplier commissions | 8,201 | 6,885 | |
| Marketing fund | 19,776 | 19,854 | |
| Other fees | 8,962 | 8,341 |
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 80–279)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 FDD, the 'Other operating income' category for Batteries Plus Bulbs includes several subcategories: Franchise fees, Royalty fees, Supplier commissions, Marketing fund, and Other fees. In 2023, Franchise fees amounted to $1,895, Royalty fees were $23,305, Supplier commissions totaled $8,201, the Marketing fund contributed $19,776, and Other fees accounted for $8,962.
To calculate the total 'Other operating income' for Batteries Plus Bulbs in 2023, these individual amounts are summed together. This provides a comprehensive view of the various income streams beyond merchandise sales that contribute to the company's overall revenue.
For a prospective franchisee, understanding the composition of 'Other operating income' is crucial. It highlights the different ways Batteries Plus Bulbs generates revenue, some of which may be directly or indirectly influenced by franchisee activities. For example, royalty fees are typically a percentage of a franchisee's sales, while supplier commissions might depend on the volume of purchases made through approved suppliers. Therefore, changes in these income streams could reflect the overall performance and health of the franchise system.