How many Carvel outlets in Alabama were reacquired by the franchisor in 2022?
Carvel Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Termin ations | Non renewals | Reacquired by Franchisor | Ceased Operations - Other Reasons | Outlets at End of Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Alabama | 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 93–99)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Carvel's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were no Carvel outlets reacquired by the franchisor in Alabama during 2022. The provided table indicates that in 2022, there were zero outlets at the start of the year, zero outlets opened, zero terminations, zero non-renewals, zero reacquired by the franchisor, and zero ceased operations for other reasons, resulting in zero outlets at the end of the year in Alabama.
This information is crucial for potential franchisees as it provides a historical view of franchise activity within specific states. The absence of reacquired stores in Alabama for 2022 suggests stability in the existing franchise network within the state during that period.
However, it is important to note that this data only reflects the specific year of 2022. Prospective franchisees should investigate further to understand the long-term trends and factors influencing franchise operations in Alabama. This could include speaking with current and former franchisees, as well as conducting market research to assess the demand and competitive landscape for Carvel in the region.