Investment Analysis2026

Is Pizza Hut a Good Franchise in 2026?

Pizza Hut does not disclose financial performance data, has stable unit count, has disclosed legal or financial history. The franchise system maintains stable unit counts.

This analysis is based on FDD data and should not replace professional due diligence.

Revenue vs. Investment Reality

Investment Required

$50,800 - $183,000

Lower than industry median

Median Revenue

Not Disclosed

Risk & Volatility Signals

Litigation History (Item 3)
Disclosed
Bankruptcy History (Item 4)
None
Unit Growth Trend
+1.1% YoY
Financial Data (Item 19)
Not Disclosed

Comparison to Food & Beverage

Based on 100 other brands in the industry

Revenue

Not disclosed

Industry data unavailable

Investment

$50,800

Below industry average

Royalty Rate

10%

Above industry average

Industry median revenue: $1,158,879/year

Who This Franchise Is For

Experienced operators

Investment levels are accessible to first-time franchisees with adequate capital.

Hands-on owners

Established brands often have more defined systems, but may also have more corporate oversight.

Risk-tolerant investors

Without Item 19 disclosure, you'll need to conduct more independent due diligence on unit economics.

Long-term commitment

Franchise agreements typically require 10+ year commitments. Ensure you're prepared for a long-term business relationship.

Next Steps

1

Review the full FDD, especially Items 3, 4, 19, and 20

2

Speak with 10-15 existing franchisees from the Item 20 list

3

Consult a franchise attorney to review the franchise agreement

4

Work with an accountant to build a realistic financial model

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