Tomorrow’s Fortune

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Today’s Digest: 

• Should You Buy a Franchise?: Similar to buying a standalone business, franchises are attractive opportunities for stable cash flow - here’s my top 3

• What’s Happening in the Markets? JPM CEO Spooked by the Economy, Obesity Drug Wars, Carlyle Targeting F1 Fans and Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro

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TOP STORY

The 3 Best Recession Proof Franchises to Own…

Not all franchises are created equal. Most offer brand recognition but lack true tailwinds that drive sustainable growth and defensible cash flow.

The best ones? They sit at the intersection of macro demand shifts, local service stickiness, and favorable unit economics.

Here are three that check those boxes going into 2026:

1️⃣ Mister Sparky (Residential Electrical Services)

• Business Model: Residential and small business electrical service provider

• Why It Works: America’s electrical grid is old — much of it over 40 years old. Layer in the boom in EV adoption, home electrification upgrades, and demand for backup power systems (generators, solar + battery), and electricians aren’t just busy…they’re overbooked. Mister Sparky offers franchisees a branded, trusted service model in a sector with multi-decade demand visibility.

• Unit Economics:

  • Minimum Investment: $85,000

  • Average Revenue per Franchise: ~$1.28M

• Investor Takeaway: This is a picks-and-shovels play on the electrification trend. Customers don’t shop electricians on price alone—they value reliability, trust, and availability. Mister Sparky is positioned to capture that premium.

2️⃣ ServPro (Disaster Restoration & Cleaning)