Subway
PE-Owned1 Documented ImpactWorld's largest restaurant chain by locations, acquired by Roark Capital in 2023 for $9.6B
Ownership Information
Subway is owned by Roark Capital. Private equity ownership often leads to cost-cutting, price increases, and reduced quality of service as firms prioritize returns for investors over customers and employees.Learn more about PE ownership impact →
Timeline
Subway founded
Subway franchise fees increased after Roark Capital acquisition
After Roark Capital's $9.6B acquisition, Subway franchisees report increased fees, mandatory remodeling costs, and reduced profit margins.
Subway Franchisees Rebel Against Roark Capital's New Demands
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AZ (1)
Phoenix
2615 Main St
Phoenix, AZ 85001
555-262-2435
CA (2)
San Diego
9696 Main St
San Diego, CA 92101
555-272-2957
San Diego
5110 Main St
San Diego, CA 92101
555-136-9197
MA (2)
Boston
623 Main St
Boston, MA 02101
555-103-9599
Boston
96 Main St
Boston, MA 02101
555-733-6959
TX (3)
Dallas
4730 Main St
Dallas, TX 75201
555-984-1043
Houston
2921 Main St
Houston, TX 77001
555-684-1914
San Antonio
9460 Main St
San Antonio, TX 78201
555-294-8626
WA (1)
Seattle
8370 Main St
Seattle, WA 98101
555-698-4581