How many Cinnabon outlets were reacquired from franchisees in 2024?
Cinnabon Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Outlets Reacquired from Franchisee | Outlets Closed | Outlets Sold to Franchisee | Outlets at End of Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Nebraska | 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Oklahoma | 2022 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| 2023 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | |
| 2024 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 11 | |
| Pennsylvania | 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Texas | 2022 | 14 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 16 |
| 2023 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 11 | |
| 2024 | 11 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 15 | |
| TOTALS | 2022 | 25 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 27 |
| 2023 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 22 | |
| 2024 | 22 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 28 |
Source: Item 20 — Outlets and Franchisee Information (FDD pages 104–113)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cinnabon's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a total of 6 outlets were reacquired from franchisees during the year 2024. This number is derived from the aggregated data presented in the table showing outlet changes across various states.
Specifically, the table provides a breakdown of outlet activity, including the number of outlets at the start of the year, outlets opened, outlets reacquired from franchisees, outlets closed, outlets sold to franchisees, and the resulting number of outlets at the end of the year. In 2024, Cinnabon reacquired units in Oklahoma (2 units) and Texas (4 units).
This information is crucial for potential franchisees as it provides insight into the stability and changes within the Cinnabon franchise system. Reacquisitions can occur for various reasons, such as franchisees not meeting performance standards, voluntary sales back to the franchisor, or strategic decisions by Cinnabon. A high number of reacquisitions could indicate potential challenges within the franchise network, while a low number might suggest a stable and well-managed system. Prospective franchisees should inquire about the reasons behind any reacquisitions to fully understand the context and potential implications for their investment.