What was the total number of Moes Southwest Grill outlets that were not renewed across all locations in 2024?
Moes_Southwest_Grill 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 the year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 658 | 15 | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 636 | |
| TOTALS | 2023 | 636 | 12 | 37 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 606 |
| 2024 | 606 | 15 | 25 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 591 |
Source: Item 20 — Outlets and Franchisee Information (FDD pages 84–92)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Moe's Southwest Grill's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a total of 5 franchise agreements were not renewed across all locations in 2024. This figure is derived from the aggregated totals provided in the table outlining outlet information.
Non-renewal of a franchise agreement means that the franchisee's right to operate under the Moe's Southwest Grill brand at a specific location ended at the conclusion of the agreement term, and the agreement was not extended or renegotiated. This can occur for a variety of reasons, including the franchisee's decision not to continue, failure to meet brand standards, or strategic decisions by either party.
For a prospective franchisee, the non-renewal rate is an important indicator of franchisee satisfaction and the overall health of the franchise system. A low number of non-renewals, such as the 5 reported by Moe's Southwest Grill for 2024, suggests that franchisees generally find value in their agreements and choose to continue operating under the brand. However, it is essential to investigate further into the reasons behind any non-renewals to fully understand the context.