How many Cinnabon outlets were reacquired by the franchisor in Alabama during 2022?
Cinnabon 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 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 | |
| Alabama | 2023 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 2024 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 |
Source: Item 20 — Outlets and Franchisee Information (FDD pages 104–113)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cinnabon's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were no Cinnabon outlets reacquired by the franchisor in Alabama during 2022. The provided table shows that in 2022, Alabama had 12 outlets at the start of the year, none were opened, none were terminated, none were non-renewed, and zero were reacquired by Cinnabon. At the end of 2022, Alabama still had 12 Cinnabon outlets.
This information is crucial for potential franchisees as it provides insight into the stability and changes within the Cinnabon franchise network in specific states. Reacquisitions can sometimes indicate underperforming locations or strategic shifts by the franchisor. However, in this case, the absence of reacquisitions in Alabama during 2022 suggests a stable market presence for Cinnabon.
It is important to note that this data reflects only one year, and further investigation into historical trends and reasons for outlet changes would provide a more comprehensive understanding. A prospective franchisee should also inquire about the performance and support provided to existing Cinnabon locations in Alabama to assess the overall health of the franchise system in that region.