What was the total number of City Publications outlets at the start of 2023 across all states?
City_Publications Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Outlet Type | Year | Outlets at The Start of the Year | Outlets at the End of the Year | Net Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franchised | 2022 | 39 | 37 | -2 |
| 2023 | 37 | 36 | -1 | |
| 2024 | 36 | 40 | +4 | |
| Company Owned | 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2043 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Total Outlets | 2022 | 39 | 37 | -2 |
| 2023 | 37 | 36 | -1 | |
| 2024 | 36 | 40 | +4 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION Systemwide Outlet Summary For years 2022 to 2024 (FDD pages 32–38)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to City Publications' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, at the start of 2023, there were a total of 37 franchised outlets. This number reflects the total number of City Publications franchises operating at the beginning of that year across all states.
This information is crucial for potential franchisees as it provides a snapshot of the franchise's existing footprint and scale of operations. A higher number of existing outlets might suggest a more established brand with greater market presence, while a lower number could indicate a newer or smaller franchise system.
It is important to note that this number only reflects the total number of franchised outlets and does not include any company-owned outlets, as City Publications did not have any company-owned outlets during this period. Reviewing the trends in outlet numbers over several years, as provided in the FDD, can give a more comprehensive understanding of the franchise's growth trajectory and stability.