How many franchised Brueggers Bagels outlets were operating at the start of 2023?
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' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were 52 franchised outlets operating at the start of 2023. This number reflects the bakeries that were actively operating under a franchise agreement as of that date.
This information is crucial for potential franchisees as it provides a snapshot of the franchise system's size and stability. Knowing the number of operating franchises at the beginning of the year helps in understanding the brand's presence and market penetration. The document also indicates a net change of -3 franchised outlets during 2023, which means that the number of franchises decreased from 52 to 49 by the end of the year.
It's important to note that these figures do not include any future commitments or projected openings. The FDD also provides additional details on the number of company-owned stores and their changes over the same period, allowing for a comprehensive view of the entire Brueggers Bagels system. Reviewing these figures over multiple years, as presented in the table, can reveal trends in the growth or contraction of both franchised and company-owned locations.