BEN & JERRY'S SCOOP SHOP

Item 7 outlines a substantial entry: initial investment from $238,800 to $550,800, covering builds for full shops, kiosks, or satellites, plus a $39,500 franchise fee. Ongoing fees include 3% royalties, 2% brand/ad fund, $100/month POS SaaS, and up to $3,500/year in tech—totaling around 5-7% of sales in outflows. Item 19 delivers the revenue punch: average gross sales of $664,319 and median $612,025 from existing units, suggesting solid top-line potential in high-traffic spots, though variance implies location matters hugely. No net profit figures, so operators must layer in 30-35% COGS typical for ice cream plus labor to gauge viability.

System health shows caution: just 152 franchised locations (plus 2 corporate), inching from 91 to 92 units year-over-year for +1% growth, with 7 projected new units and 7 transfers signaling some churn but active interest. SBA data reveals 33 loans averaging $284,042, indicating accessible financing for qualified buyers. For multi-unit developers, this could mean steady $600K+ performers in premium markets, but the slow expansion and modest projections warn against expecting rapid scaling—perfect for patient operators who thrive on brand loyalty over explosive growth.