What was the total number of Chatime outlets that ceased operations for other reasons in 2022?
Chatime Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| NY | 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| ND | 2022 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| OH | 2022 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| TN | 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| TX | 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| WA | 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Total | 2022 | 17 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 16 |
| 2023 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 14 | |
| 2024 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 16 |
Source: Item 20 — Outlets and Franchisee Information (FDD pages 53–58)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Chatime's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a total of 6 franchise outlets ceased operations for reasons other than termination, non-renewal, or reacquisition by the franchisor in 2022. This figure is derived from the 'Total' row in the 'Ceased Operations – Other Reasons' column in Table 3, which summarizes the status of franchise outlets.
The states that had Chatime franchise locations cease operations for other reasons in 2022 were California (2), Guam (1), Ohio (1), and Washington (1). This information is crucial for potential franchisees as it provides insight into the stability and potential risks associated with operating a Chatime franchise in specific locations.
Understanding the reasons behind these closures, if available, could further inform a prospective franchisee's decision-making process. While the FDD provides data on outlet closures, it does not elaborate on the specific 'other reasons' for these closures. A potential franchisee should inquire with Chatime about the specific reasons for these closures to gain a more comprehensive understanding.