Does Circle K make representations about a franchisee's future financial performance?

According to Circle K's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Circle K does not make any representations about a franchisee's future financial performance or the past financial performance of company-owned or franchised outlets. This means that Circle K does not provide any guarantees or projections regarding potential sales, revenues, expenses, earnings, income, or profit levels for a Circle K franchise. Circle K also does not authorize its employees or representatives to make any such representations, either orally or in writing.

However, if a prospective franchisee is purchasing an existing Circle K outlet, Circle K may provide the actual records of that specific outlet. This allows the potential franchisee to review the historical performance of the store they are considering buying. It is important for prospective franchisees to understand that any financial performance information or projections they receive from sources other than the official records of an existing outlet should be reported to Circle K's management.

This policy is fairly common in franchising, as franchisors often avoid making income claims to reduce legal risks and ensure that franchisees' expectations are not inflated. Prospective franchisees should be cautious about any financial projections or promises made by individuals not authorized by Circle K and should rely on their own independent research and due diligence when evaluating the potential profitability of a Circle K franchise. Contacting Justin Shelton at 1130 West Warner Road, Tempe, Arizona is the recommended way to report unauthorized financial performance information.