How many total Circle K outlets were there at the start of 2024?
Circle_K Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Outlets at the | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outlets at the | ||||
| Outlet Type | Year | Start of the Year | End of the Year | Net Change |
| 2023 | 636 | 639 | +3 | |
| Franchised | 2024 | 639 | 586 | -53 |
| Outlets | 2025 | 586 | 569 | -17 |
| 2023 | 5261 | 5289 | +28 | |
| Company- | 2024 | 5289 | 5477 | +188 |
| Owned** | 2025 | 5477 | 5556 | +79 |
| 2023 | 5897 | 5928 | +31 | |
| Total Outlets | 2024 | 5928 | 6063 | +135 |
| 2025 | 6063 | 6125 | +62 |
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 were 5,928 total Circle K outlets at the start of 2024. This number includes both franchised and company-owned locations. By the end of 2024, the total number of Circle K outlets increased to 6,063, reflecting a net increase of 135 outlets during the year.
Specifically, the FDD indicates that at the start of 2024, there were 639 franchised Circle K outlets and 5,289 company-owned Circle K outlets. Throughout 2024, the number of franchised outlets decreased by 53, while the number of company-owned outlets increased by 188. This indicates a strategic shift or trend within Circle K, possibly focusing more on company-owned operations or a change in the franchise agreements leading to closures or re acquisitions.
For a prospective franchisee, this data is crucial for understanding the current state and recent trends within the Circle K franchise system. The growth in company-owned stores versus a decline in franchised locations may suggest different opportunities or challenges for new franchisees. It would be prudent for potential franchisees to inquire about the reasons behind these changes and Circle K's future plans regarding franchise development and support.