How many Chick-fil-A licensed units were transferred in all states during 2024?
Chick_Fil_A Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State | Year | Number of Transfers |
|---|---|---|
| All States | 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 0 | |
| Total | 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 0 |
Source: Item 20 — Outlets and Franchisee Information (FDD pages 83–102)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Chick Fil A's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were no transfers of Chick-fil-A Licensed Units in all states during 2024. The document specifies that a "transfer" refers to the acquisition of a Chick-fil-A Licensed Unit during its term by someone other than Chick-fil-A or its affiliates.
This information is crucial for potential franchisees as it indicates the stability and lack of turnover in Chick-fil-A Licensed Units. The absence of transfers could suggest that existing licensees are satisfied with their businesses and are not seeking to sell or transfer their units to others. This might reflect positively on the brand's support, profitability, or overall business model.
However, it is important to note that this data only reflects transfers to parties outside of Chick-fil-A or its affiliates. The document also states that Chick-fil-A did not open, reacquire, close, or sell any Chick-fil-A Licensed Units during 2022, 2023, and 2024. A prospective franchisee may want to inquire about the reasons for the lack of transfers and whether this is a typical pattern for Chick-fil-A.