What is the net change in the total number of Churchs Chicken outlets in 2023?
Churchs_Chicken Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Outlet Type | Year | Outlets at Start of the Year | Outlets at End of the Year | Net Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franchised | 2022 | 839 | 767 | -72 |
| 2023 | 767 | 744 | -23 | |
| 2024 | 744 | 714 | -30 | |
| Company Owned | 2022 | 161 | 158 | -3 |
| 2023 | 158 | 156 | -2 | |
| 2024 | 156 | 159 | +3 | |
| Total Outlets | 2022 | 1,000 | 925 | -75 |
| 2023 | 925 | 900 | -25 | |
| 2024 | 900 | 873 | -27 |
Source: Item 19 — FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPRESENTATIONS (FDD pages 55–62)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Churchs Chicken's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the total net change in the number of Churchs Chicken outlets in 2023 was -25. This means that across all locations, the total number of Churchs Chicken restaurants decreased by 25 during that year. This number includes both franchised and company-owned restaurants.
Specifically, the number of franchised Churchs Chicken outlets decreased by 23 in 2023, while the number of company-owned outlets decreased by 2. This indicates that the decline in total outlets was primarily driven by a reduction in the number of franchised locations.
A prospective franchisee should consider these figures in the context of overall trends. While a net decrease in outlets might raise concerns, it's important to investigate the reasons behind the closures. This could be due to factors such as underperforming locations being closed, strategic consolidation, or franchisees not renewing their agreements. Understanding the reasons for these changes can provide a more complete picture of the health and stability of the Churchs Chicken franchise system.
It would be prudent for a potential franchisee to discuss these trends with the franchisor to understand the specific reasons for the net decrease in outlets and what strategies Churchs Chicken has in place to address these changes and ensure future growth and stability.