Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-07-28 09:05Core Insights - The "2024 Commercial Franchise TOP 300" list was released by the China Chain Store & Franchise Association (CCFA), showcasing the annual development trends in the franchise sector [1] - The list includes 300 companies across 25 sub-sectors, with a total of 830,000 stores, reflecting a 30.73% increase from the previous year's 630,000 stores [1] - The distribution of sectors shows that the restaurant industry remains stable at 33.67%, retail slightly decreased to 40.00%, and the service industry increased to 26.33% [1] Industry Overview - The 2024 TOP 300 includes 101 restaurant companies, 120 retail companies, and 79 service companies, indicating a slight adjustment in consumer demand structure [1] - The number of franchise brands with over 10,000 stores increased from 9 in 2023 to 18 in 2024, highlighting the growing influence of leading brands in the market [1] - A total of 71 new franchise brands were added to the list, with 34 in the restaurant sector, 26 in services, and 11 in retail, demonstrating the sector's ongoing attractiveness [1] Event Insights - The 65th China Franchise Exhibition will be held from August 8-10 in Shanghai, focusing on the analysis of the TOP 300 list and featuring over 100 quality brands from various sectors [2] - The exhibition will include forums and workshops aimed at exploring growth strategies and promoting sustainable development in the franchise industry [2] - The CCFA Franchise Committee, established in 2015, has grown to include 69 member companies, advocating for the interests of various franchise sectors and promoting industry self-regulation [2]