How many Circle K outlets were closed in Kentucky during 2023?
Circle_K Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
res that may or may not include a Motor Fuel Business and/or Branded Business.
Table No. 4 Status of Company-Owned Outlets* For Years 2023 to 2025**
| Outlets at | Outlets | Outlets Reacquired | Outlets | Outlets Sold to | Outlets at End | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| State | Year | ||||||
| Start of Year | Opened | from Franchisees | Closed | Franchisees | of the Year | ||
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 86–99)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Circle K's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there was one Circle K outlet closed in Kentucky during 2023. At the start of 2023, there were 92 outlets, and by the end of the year, there were 91. No outlets were reacquired from franchisees or sold to franchisees during that year.
For a prospective franchisee, this indicates the level of turnover within the Circle K franchise system in Kentucky. While one closure may not seem significant, it's important to understand the reasons behind the closure. This could be due to poor performance, failure to comply with franchise agreement terms, or other factors.
It is important to note that this data reflects outlets that may or may not include a Motor Fuel Business and/or Branded Business. A prospective franchisee should inquire about the performance and reasons for closure of any Circle K locations in their target market to better assess the risks and opportunities associated with opening a franchise in that area.