Industry Overview - The ice cream shop industry is projected to grow by 0.9% in 2025, despite facing significant economic challenges [1] - Rising milk costs and tariffs on Canadian dairy products are major factors impacting profit margins and retail prices [2] Economic Challenges - Economic issues include rising labor and product costs due to inflation, high lease payments, increased debt costs from higher interest rates, and changing consumer shopping behaviors [3] - The rising cost of milk and butter essential for ice cream production is a critical concern for profitability [2] Company-Specific Issues - Approximately 30 Dairy Queen franchises in Texas were forced to close due to the parent company revoking franchises from a franchisee that failed to remodel locations [4] - Creamy Treats Inc., the parent company of the Cream ice cream shop chain, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy to reorganize and restructure its debts, listing assets between $500,000 to $1 million and liabilities between $100,000 to $500,000 [5][6]