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"Luxottica of America Inc." "Pearle Vision" "Pearle" vs Metal Supermarkets Franchising America — which franchise is the better buy?

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"Luxottica of America Inc." "Pearle Vision" "Pearle"Metal Supermarkets Franchising America
Disclosure honestyBB
Investment from$73,523$397,500
Total fees15%8%
Outlets48499
Lawsuits110

"Luxottica of America Inc." "Pearle Vision" "Pearle": what their numbers say

FPR covers 364 full-service franchised EyeCare Centers with 1+ year operating results. Three ownership models provided: OD-owner, sublease, employed. Excludes non-performing units, <1yr stores, Canada locations. Median EBITDA ranges $63k–$490k.

Metal Supermarkets Franchising America: what their numbers say

Tables 1-5 show average gross sales $2.08-2.19M, invoice values $330-360, gross margins 48-51%. Data from 64-79 stores open 12-24+ months FY2013-2024. Omits operating expenses, only reflects costs of goods sold.

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