What is the difference between the number of Brueggers Bagels outlets at the start and end of 2024?
Brueggers_Bagels Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Outlet Type | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets at the End of the Year | Net Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franchised | 2022 | 53 | 52 | -1 |
| 2023 | 52 | 49 | -3 | |
| 2024 | 49 | 48 | -1 | |
| Company | 2022 | 136 | 135 | -1 |
| 2023 | 135 | 132 | -3 | |
| 2024 | 132 | 130 | -2 | |
| Total | 2022 | 189 | 187 | -2 |
| 2023 | 187 | 181 | -6 | |
| 2024 | 181 | 178 | -3 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 55–61)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Brueggers Bagels's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, in 2024, the total number of Brueggers Bagels outlets decreased by 3. At the start of 2024, there were 181 total outlets, and by the end of the year, the total was 178. This includes both franchised and company-owned locations.
Specifically, the number of franchised Brueggers Bagels locations decreased by 1 in 2024. There were 49 franchised locations at the start of the year and 48 at the end. The number of company-owned locations also decreased, with 132 at the start of 2024 and 130 by the year's end, a net change of -2.
This information is crucial for potential franchisees as it provides a snapshot of the brand's recent performance in terms of outlet numbers. A decrease in the number of outlets could signal various factors, such as closures, non-renewals, or a strategic shift in the company's growth approach. It would be wise for a prospective franchisee to inquire about the reasons behind these changes and understand Brueggers Bagels's plans for future growth and stability.