How many total Brueggers Bagels outlets experienced a net change in 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' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there was a net change of -3 total outlets in 2024. This number is derived from a decrease of 1 franchised outlet and a decrease of 2 company-owned outlets.
Specifically, the number of franchised Brueggers Bagels outlets decreased from 49 at the start of 2024 to 48 at the end of the year. Similarly, the number of company-owned Brueggers Bagels outlets decreased from 132 at the start of 2024 to 130 at the end of the year.
This data indicates a slight contraction in the total number of Brueggers Bagels outlets. Prospective franchisees should investigate the reasons for these closures and consider the potential impact on the brand's overall performance and market presence.