What was the total number of Burneys Sweets More outlets at the start of 2024?
Burneys_Sweets_More Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
[Item 20: OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION]
| OUTLET TYPE | YEAR | OUTLETS AT THE START OF THE YEAR | OUTLETS AT THE END OF THE YEAR | NET CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franchised | 2022 | 10 | 12 | +2 |
| 2023 | 12 | 13 | +1 | |
| 2024 | 13 | 15 | +2 | |
| Company Owned | 2022 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| Total Outlets | 2022 | 11 | 13 | +2 |
| 2023 | 13 | 14 | +1 | |
| 2024 | 14 | 16 | +2 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 48–50)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Burneys Sweets More's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, at the start of 2024, there were a total of 14 Burneys Sweets More outlets. This number includes both franchised and company-owned locations. Specifically, there were 13 franchised outlets and 1 company-owned outlet operating at the beginning of 2024.
For a prospective franchisee, this indicates the existing scale of Burneys Sweets More. It is important to note that the number of outlets can influence brand recognition and market presence. A higher number of outlets may suggest a more established brand, but it also means increased competition for franchisees.
It is also worth noting the growth trend. The FDD shows that the total number of Burneys Sweets More outlets increased from 13 to 14 between the start of 2023 and the start of 2024, indicating a moderate rate of expansion. This information, combined with data on closures and transfers, can help a potential franchisee assess the stability and growth potential of the franchise system.