Franchise Rankings

Every ranking is computed from SBA 7(a) loan records, not franchisor claims.

Most SBA-Financed Franchises

Franchise brands with the most SBA 7(a) loans since FY2020, ranked by loan count.

Highest SBA Loan Dollar Volume

Franchise brands with the most total SBA 7(a) dollars approved since FY2020.

Fastest-Growing Franchise Financing

Franchise brands with the largest year-over-year increase in SBA loan count between the two most recent complete fiscal years.

Largest Average SBA Loan Size

Franchise brands whose SBA 7(a) loans average the highest dollar amount -- a rough proxy for investment level.

Widest Geographic Reach

Franchise brands with SBA-financed locations across the most states.

Highest SBA Loan Charge-Off Rate

Franchise brands with the highest share of SBA 7(a) loans charged off (defaulted) since FY2020, among brands with enough loans for the rate to be meaningful.