How many franchised Ben Jerrys outlets were operating at the start of 2024?
Ben_Jerrys Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Outlet Type | Year | Outlets at the Start of the Year | Outlets at the End of the Year | Net Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franchised | 2022 | 161 | 155 | -6 |
| 2023 | 155 | 149 | -6 | |
| 2024 | 149 | 152 | +3 | |
| Company-Owned | 2022 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 2023 | 2 | 2 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 2 | 2 | 0 | |
| Total Outlets | 2022 | 163 | 157 | -6 |
| 2023 | 157 | 151 | -6 | |
| 2024 | 151 | 154 | +3 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 81–89)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Ben Jerrys's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were 149 franchised outlets operating at the start of 2024. This information is based on the systemwide outlet summary provided in the document. The table includes data from 2022 to 2024, showing the number of franchised and company-owned outlets at the start and end of each year, as well as the net change.
For a prospective franchisee, this indicates a slight decrease in the number of franchised Ben Jerrys outlets over the past few years, with 161 at the start of 2022, decreasing to 149 by the start of 2024. However, the number of franchised locations increased from 149 to 152 by the end of 2024. This could reflect changes in the franchise system, such as closures, new openings, or acquisitions. It's important to note that these figures do not include franchised Special Venue Scoop Shops, which are covered in a separate disclosure document.
It is also important to note that the FDD states that all numbers are as of December 31 for each year. Therefore, the 'Outlets at the Start of the Year' actually reflects the number of outlets at the end of the previous year. A potential franchisee should investigate the reasons for outlet changes, such as terminations or non-renewals, to understand the stability and growth potential of the Ben Jerrys franchise system. Further research into the performance of existing franchises and discussions with current franchisees would provide additional insights.