What was the net change in the number of total Buona outlets during 2024?
Buona 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 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Affiliate-Owned | 2022 | 25 | 26 | +1 |
| 2023 | 26 | 28 | +2 | |
| 2024 | 28 | 31 | +3 | |
| Total Outlets | 2022 | 25 | 26 | +1 |
| 2023 | 26 | 28 | +2 | |
| 2024 | 28 | 31 | +3 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 75–78)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Buona's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the net change in the number of total Buona outlets during 2024 was an increase of 3. Specifically, the total number of outlets at the start of 2024 was 28, and by the end of the year, it had risen to 31. None of these were franchised locations. All Buona locations were affiliate-owned.
For a prospective franchisee, this indicates that Buona is expanding, albeit through affiliate-owned rather than franchised locations. This could mean that the company is still testing its franchise model or prefers to maintain tighter control over its brand by growing through company-owned stores.
It's important to note that while the total number of outlets increased, the FDD does not specify the reasons for the changes. The growth could be due to new openings, acquisitions, or conversions of existing businesses. A potential franchisee should inquire about Buona's strategy for franchise growth and the support provided to franchisees compared to affiliate-owned locations.