Paris Baguette targets 400 North American outlets by 2026

Expansion Plans - Paris Baguette aims to open its 400th bakery café in North America this year, with plans for 150 new locations across ten additional US states and Canadian provinces and territories [1] - The company targets to grow its North American network to over 1,000 sites by 2030 [1] Recent Performance - In the previous year, Paris Baguette opened 77 new bakery cafés, including 14 in December, and signed 101 leases along with nearly 300 development agreements [2] - The company reported that 2025 was its "most successful year to date" and has achieved over five consecutive years of positive comparable sales growth [3] Operational Developments - Paris Baguette has initiated the construction of its first manufacturing facility in North America, located in Burleson, Texas, to support long-term scalability and growth [2] - Zac Sulma was appointed as chief operating officer in late 2025 to refine operational processes and enhance support for franchise operators [3] Strategic Focus - CEO Darren Tipton emphasized the company's strong position heading into 2026, supported by improved infrastructure and a robust pipeline for growth [4] - The company plans to open a new bakery café in Bellevue, Washington, on January 31 [4]