
RadioShack Corp.
Electronics storeThis company's data may be out of date.
- 2022 Franchise 500 Rank
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N/R Not ranked last year
- Initial investment
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$145K - $644K
- Units as of 2014
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5,531
Company Overview
RadioShack was opened in 1921, offering ham radio operators and electronics buffs a retail and mail order source for their electronics needs. By the 1960s, the company had nine stores and was shipping electronics to people all over the world. Today the company operates stores nationwide, selling everything from batteries to satellite dishes to electronics buffs and general consumers.
About RadioShack Corp.
- Industry
- Retail
- Related Categories
- Electronics Stores, Miscellaneous Tech Businesses
- Founded
- 1921
- Leadership
- Joe Magnacca, CEO
Franchising Overview
- Franchising Since
- 1968 (54 years)
- # of employees at HQ
- 2,000
- Where seeking
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This company is seeking new franchisees worldwide.
- # of Units
- 5,531 (as of 2014)
Franchisor Information
Information for Franchisees
Here’s what you need to know if you’re interested in opening a RadioShack Corp. franchise.
Financial Requirements & Ongoing Fees
Here’s what you can expect to spend to start the business and what ongoing fees the franchisor charges throughout the life of the business.
- Initial Franchise Fee
- $39,900
- Initial Investment
- $144,875 - $643,851
- Veteran Incentives
- 15% off franchise fee
- Royalty Fee
- 5%
- Ad Royalty Fee
- 3%
- Term of Agreement
- 10 years
- Is franchise term renewable?
- Yes
Training & Support Offered
Franchisors offer initial training programs and a variety of ongoing support options to help franchisees run their businesses.
- On-The-Job Training
- 1 week
- Additional Training
- Local workshops, annual convention
- Ongoing Support
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NewsletterMeetings & ConventionsToll-Free LineGrand OpeningOnline SupportField Operations
- Marketing Support
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Ad TemplatesNational MediaMarketing Planning & Support
Operations
Additional details about running this franchise.
- Is absentee ownership allowed?
- No
- Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit?
- No
- Can this franchise be run part time?
- No
- # of employees required to run
- 2
- Are exclusive territories available?
- Yes
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Franchise 500 Ranking History
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Stock History for RadioShack Corp.
Ticker Symbol for RadioShack Corp.: RSH
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