UK's most successful franchises ranked by business expert - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
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UK's most successful franchises ranked by business expert - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
"For first-time entrepreneurs seeking lower risk and proven business models, franchising has become one of the most secure and accessible ways to start a business. These ventures benefit from established brand recognition, comprehensive training programmes and ongoing support that independent startups rarely enjoy. Andrew Markou, Co-owner and CEO of BusinessesForSale.com, a global marketplace connecting business buyers and sellers across 130+ countries, reveals the top 10 most successful franchise brands in the UK."
"With approximately 2,500 stores across the UK, Subway stands as one of the world's most recognisable franchise operations. The total investment starts at £180,000, which includes a £13,000 franchise fee. Applicants need a net worth of £150,000 and £100,000 in liquid assets. "Subway franchisees can expect yearly gross profits of around £35,000, though some locations generate up to £300,000 in annual revenue," explains Markou. "The brand provides extensive training, site selection assistance and marketing support.""
More than 48,000 franchise businesses operate across the UK. Franchising gives first-time entrepreneurs lower risk, established brand recognition, comprehensive training programmes and ongoing support. Approximately 2,500 Subway stores operate in the UK; total investment starts at £180,000 including a £13,000 franchise fee, with applicants expected to have £150,000 net worth and £100,000 in liquid assets. Subway franchisees can expect yearly gross profits around £35,000, while some locations generate up to £300,000; the brand provides training, site selection assistance and marketing support. McDonald's operates 1,300 UK restaurants; initial investment ranges £500,000–£1.85 million and requires at least £125,000 unencumbered funds. Typical McDonald's franchises generate annual sales of £2–£5.8 million.
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