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<p>The retail segment is one of the most diverse and all-encompassing categories of the franchise industry. From kiosks to brick-and-mortar storefront businesses such as pet supply shops, printing services and convenience stores, the retail industry covers just about every type of product you can imagine.&nbsp;</p><p>Although the future of the retail industry has been uncertain in recent years due to <a href="https://1851franchise.com/how-covid-19-is-helping-e-commerce-evolve-2713163"><u>the popularity of Amazon and e-commerce</u></a>, many forward-thinking retail franchises have been implementing online ordering platforms and e-commerce channels of their own to position franchisees for success. No matter what, consumers will always look for the most enjoyable way to purchase goods and services, and with so many retail franchise opportunities available, prospective franchisees are sure to find a way to give it to them.</p><p>Here are ten of the most exciting franchise concepts in the retail segment.&nbsp;</p><h4><a href="https://cartridgeworld.com/franchising/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=best-retail-franchises-to-buy-in-2021-2715355" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><u>Cartridge World</u></a></h4><ul><li>Startup costs: $58,900-$106,300</li><li>Units: 210+</li><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/cartridgeworld"><u>1851 Brand Newsroom</u></a></li></ul><h4><a href="https://www.boconcept.com/en-us/franchise?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=best-retail-franchises-to-buy-in-2021-2715355" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><u><span class="brand-highlight">BoConcept*</span></u></a></h4><ul><li>Startup costs: $350,000-$750,000</li><li>Units: 265</li><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/boconcept/info"><u>1851 Brand Newsroom</u></a></li></ul><h4><a href="https://franchise.wbu.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=best-retail-franchises-to-buy-in-2021-2715355" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><u>Wild Birds Unlimited</u></a></h4><ul><li>Startup costs: $170,382-$281,606</li><li>Units: 300+</li><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/wildbirdsunlimited/"><u>1851 Brand Newsroom</u></a></li></ul><h4><a href="http://franchise.7-eleven.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=best-retail-franchises-to-buy-in-2021-2715355" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><u>7-Eleven Inc.</u></a></h4><ul><li>Startup costs: $70,000-$1,200,000</li><li>Units: 68,944</li></ul><h4><a href="https://wirelesszonefranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=best-retail-franchises-to-buy-in-2021-2715355" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><u>Wireless Zone</u></a></h4><ul><li>Startup costs: $160,000-$415,000</li><li>Units: 410</li></ul><h4><a href="https://www.petsuppliesplusfranchising.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=best-retail-franchises-to-buy-in-2021-2715355" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><u>Pet Supplies Plus</u></a></h4><ul><li>Startup costs: $437,000-$1,300,000</li><li>Units: 504</li></ul><h4><a href="https://www.christmasdecor.net/franchise/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=best-retail-franchises-to-buy-in-2021-2715355" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><u>Christmas Decor</u></a></h4><ul><li>Startup costs: $19,550-$62,250</li><li>Units: 256</li></ul><h4><a href="https://www.ubreakifix.com/franchising?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=best-retail-franchises-to-buy-in-2021-2715355" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><u>uBreakiFix</u></a></h4><ul><li>Startup costs: $60,400-$220,850</li><li>Units: 543</li></ul><h4><a href="https://myace.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=best-retail-franchises-to-buy-in-2021-2715355" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><u>Ace Hardware</u></a></h4><ul><li>Startup costs: $292,000-$2,100,000</li><li>Units: 5,385</li></ul><h4><a href="http://www.mybuddysfranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=best-retail-franchises-to-buy-in-2021-2715355" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><u>Buddy’s Home Furnishings</u></a></h4><ul><li>Startup costs: $385,166-$912,594</li><li>Units: 300+</li></ul>

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