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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;Although the future of the retail industry has been uncertain in recent years due to&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/how-covid-19-is-helping-e-commerce-evolve-2713163">the popularity of Amazon and e-commerce</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 without breaking the bank.Here are some of the most exciting low-cost franchise concepts in the retail segment.&nbsp;<a href="https://wirelesszonefranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=list-of-low-cost-retail-franchises-2718773" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Wireless Zone</a><ul><li>Startup costs: $160,000–$415,000</li><li>Units: 410</li></ul><a href="https://www.christmasdecor.net/franchise/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=list-of-low-cost-retail-franchises-2718773" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Christmas Decor</a><ul><li>Startup costs: $19,550–$62,250</li><li>Units: 300</li><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/christmasdecor">1851 Brand Newsroom</a></li></ul><a href="https://www.ubreakifix.com/franchising?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=list-of-low-cost-retail-franchises-2718773" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">uBreakiFix</a><ul><li>Startup costs: $60,400–$220,850</li><li>Units: 543</li></ul><a href="https://www.cellphonerepair.com/franchise/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=list-of-low-cost-retail-franchises-2718773" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">CPR Cell Phone Repair</a><ul><li>Start-Up Costs: $55,700–$170,500</li><li>Number of Locations: 565<a href="https://colorglo.com/own-a-franchise?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=list-of-low-cost-retail-franchises-2718773" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Color Glo International</a></li><li>Start-Up Costs: $56,300–$61,400</li><li>Number of Locations: 139</li></ul><a href="https://cartridgeworld.com/franchising/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=list-of-low-cost-retail-franchises-2718773" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Cartridge World</a><ul><li>Startup costs: $58,900–$106,300</li><li>Units: 210+</li><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/cartridgeworld">1851 Brand Newsroom</a></li></ul>

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