5 Most Profitable Franchises in the World

3. Burger King, owned by Restaurant Brands International Inc. (NYSE: QSR)

Category: Fast Food Franchises
Number of Franchises: 18,625
Initial Franchise Cost:  $333,100 to $3.3 million
Annual Sales: $22.92 billion

Burger King Corporation handles the franchising of Burger King. Burger King allows fast service of ham-burgers offering varieties of alterations for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The franchisee is bound to operate the franchise with a specific brand, color scheme, standards, and consistency.

20 Most Profitable Franchises

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