Amid this global pandemic situation, business opportunities seem to shrink, and investors and entrepreneurs are stressed out. But regardless of COVID-19, when it comes to the retail market there is always a franchise business that will match your interests and expertise. As a growing entrepreneur, retail franchises offer a great deal of variety in the options you can choose from. And considering that retail sales reach well over $3 trillion a year, you can launch your business with confidence and eye long term growth even in these uncertain times.
See All Retail FranchisesSince Covid-19, 88% of the retail organizations have encouraged employees to work from home
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Retail sales in the US surged a total of 30.7% in the first four months of 2020
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Operational planning for online fashion retail is currently underway at a high percentage
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In 2019, the estimated economic output of US franchise establishments was 787.5 billion US dollars
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Even with the global coronavirus outbreak, there are still hundreds of retail franchise options available for you to choose from. These opportunities come in a variety of categories, including clothing stores, hair care & beauty salons, toy & hobby shops, and kiosks. The list goes on and on. You can view the complete list of retail franchises available below, and take your first step towards business ownership.
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For more than 96 years, Ace Hardware has been America's neighborhood hardware retailer. Ace Hardware is offering a tremendous opportunity for those wanting to build a profitable and lasting business. With financial backing...
Apricot Lane Boutique is the #1 women’s fashion franchise. We train our franchisees to be THE fashion destination in their local market, bringing in new styles earlier and more often than any competitor, all at reasonable...
Join the largest network of CBD brick and mortar stores. Enjoy the perks of owning your own successful business while also making a difference through partnerships, community, education, experience, and only the highest...
Are you passionate about owning your own business? Are you interested in giving people the choice to eat healthy? If the answer is yes, then you have found the right partner to build you a successful healthy vending...
Minuteman Press is an essential B2B print & marketing franchise that has remained open through Covid-19. Our customer service driven business model provides digital print, design and promotional services to businesses. Learn...
Heyday is a fast-growing skincare company on a mission to provide expert skincare that empowers everyone to be their best self. Heyday is reframing the entire facial experience by making it easier, more affordable and more...
Just as our name suggests, our dealers are selling mattresses to consumers BY APPOINTMENT. Set your own hours and create a schedule that works for you, instead of waiting around for customers to walk in the door. The...
Exit 4 Escape Rooms is an exciting opportunity in a growing industry. Since 2016 the escape room industry has more than doubled but is still incredibly small and represents a ground-floor investment in most communities...
Planet Nutrition is not just a supplement store, but much more. We have three steaming revenue sources, 1. private label supplements, 2. specialty smoothies and 3. energy teas. We carry cutting edge products in a large...
Our mission at Lean Kitchen is to save consumers time & money by providing healthy, prepared meals that are delicious. We offer chef driven meals that are made from scratch, packed with protein and have the nutrition facts &...
Join the Lemon Tree Hair Salon family! We don't just do haircuts. At Lemon Tree, we are a full-service salon for every family member, which means multiple revenue streams for our franchisees. With our commitment to quality,...
Do you want to own a popular retail business that is always in high demand? The Dollar Store Industry is a $60 BILLION DOLLAR BUSINESS, and is growing every year! As the largest developer of dollar stores in the country, our...
Just as our name suggests, our dealers are selling mattresses to consumers BY APPOINTMENT. Set your own hours and create a schedule that works for you, instead of waiting around for customers to walk in the door. The...
As a Tile Liquidators franchisee, you are part of the only discount tile franchise concept in the industry. You will profit from our simple product and merchandising system, low overhead, quality products, years of...
Signarama is the World’s largest full-service Sign and Graphics franchise with over 700 locations in more than 50 countries worldwide. Signarama is also a part of United Franchise Group, a proven leader in the franchising...
For entrepreneurs who want to make an impact through customized marketing solutions, there is really no better opportunity than Fully Promoted. We are a promotional marketing consulting company that specializes in...
Ecommerce is growing at a record rate of 43.7% Year Over Year. And for a total investment of $40,000, you can now be a part of this growth trend. Our franchise model capitalizes on the new and growing Walmart Marketplace...
Celebree School is an early childhood education company. Established in 1994, we now have 26 corporately owned Schools throughout Maryland and Delaware. Each location serves to protect, educate and nurture children ages 6...
Discover the freedom and flexibility of business ownership with a Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control franchise. The services industry is one of the largest sectors of the economy, and is projected to continue growing....
We have built a better model for the mattress business, NO ROYALTIES, NO FRANCHISE FEES, NO SIGN ON FEES or DUES. Why pay others a Franchise Fee? With us, 100% of your investment goes into your own business.
Over the years millions of happy consumers have enjoyed the TCBY and Mrs. Fields brands, earning both the icon status. So, for us, joining the two brands makes perfect sense. Through our Dual Branding Concept franchisees can...
Venture X is part of one of the fastest growing industries across the globe – shared/flexible office space, commonly known as Coworking! It also offers a unique franchise opportunity for anyone looking to diversify and/or...
QC Kinetix is a concierge medicine that offers tailored treatment plans for things like arthritis or injury. We treat damaged joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, cartilage, and tissue, due to arthritis or injury. We use...
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The retail industry has continued to rebound with the economy and accounts for a huge portion of the U.S. economy (see statistics above). There will always be a need for consumers to purchase goods and services, and with so many opportunities available you're sure to find the right fit for you in any number of retail-related industries.
Opening an independent retail business is not impossible, but you would be entering an enormously competitive space all on your own. By starting your business as a franchise, you’ll enjoy the opportunity that exists in retail while gaining valuable support and a proven business model. Explore some of the most popular types of retail franchises for sale!
One of the many challenges in the clothing industry is keeping up with trends in your niche. Overcoming that challenge as part of a franchise may be easier than trying to source products from popular brands all on your own. You can also leverage the marketing advantage that comes with franchising when trying to stand out above the competition in your local market.
The low overhead and modest startup cost of a kiosk franchise makes this business model appealing. This is also a relatively simple business model with fewer moving parts than other operations, making it a good choice for first-time business owners or those wanting to manage a business part-time.
While we all use gas stations on a regular basis, and we pass by them daily, few people see them as a business opportunity. They can be just that, however, as the consistent traffic that stops by to purchase fuel may also want to buy food, drinks, and more. Franchising is a smart way to get involved in this famously competitive space.
When someone needs something that they can’t afford to purchase, renting that item becomes the next best alternative. There is tremendous potential for margin in this model, with the same item being returned over and over again to bring in more revenue. It would be difficult to build your own rental store brand from the ground up, but franchising a new store is a more feasible endeavor.
Whether you love to have a good time and want to help others do the same, or you just like the potential available when opening a party store, this is another compelling retail possibility. Specializing in one niche like parties allows your location to stand out from competing stores that may only offer a small collection of party supplies.
