The UPS Store
Parent: United Parcel Service (UPS)
The UPS Store is the #1 retail shipping franchise in the US, leveraging UPS's global logistics network. It provides a diversified service offering including printing, mailboxes, and business support.
Key Metrics
Business Model
Service franchise providing shipping, printing, and business support services. Backed by UPS logistics infrastructure.
Supply Chain Control
Very High
Franchisee Support
High
Expansion Strategy
Single and multi-unit franchise agreements
Logistics Model
Integrated with UPS global logistics network
UPS (NYSE: UPS)
FRA Insight
Strengths
Backed by UPS — institutional parent gives massive supply chain and brand advantage.
Weaknesses
High royalty at 8.5%. AUV moderate relative to investment.
Key Risks
E-commerce parcel volume shifts, digital printing displacement, UPS corporate strategy changes.
Data sources: Public filings, FDD