Gong cha is a Taiwanese bubble tea franchise with a global presence that recently restructured its US operations in 2023. The franchise offers unit and area development opportunities for bubble tea stores serving tea, coffee, smoothies and juices. With average annual sales of $440K and a median of $401K based on 203 established stores, the system shows moderate performance. The investment ranges from $185K-$627K with standard 6% royalties and 1% marketing fund contributions. The franchise provides exclusive territories typically within a 2-mile radius and requires owner-operator involvement. Key risks include the franchisor's short US operating history (since 2023) and some pending litigation related to registration violations in certain states.
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