澳大利亚的Chatime特许经营者声称,尽管投资大,但误导性销售承诺导致巨额损失. Australian Chatime franchisees claim misleading sales promises led to massive losses despite large investments.

澳大利亚的前Chatime特许经营者表示, 这家泡泡茶连锁店的商业模式是误导性的, Former Chatime franchisees in Australia say the bubble tea chain's business model is misleading and financially unsustainable, claiming they lost hundreds of thousands despite investing over $300,000 each. 他们声称不现实的销售目标、缺乏支持和误导性的收入索赔,因为经过审计的公司数字显示,2024年的收入只有2 450万美元,损失为160万美元,远远低于该公司所说的1亿美元。 They allege unrealistic sales targets, lack of support, and misleading revenue claims, as audited corporate figures show only $24.5 million in revenue and $1.6 million in losses in 2024—far below the company’s stated $100 million. 连锁店将差距归结为只有公司才有的数字,但前业主报告有无利可图的经营、高收费和情绪痛苦,有些人则考虑集体诉讼。 The chain attributes the gap to corporate-only figures, but former owners report unprofitable operations, high fees, and emotional distress, with some considering class action. 过去的问题包括工作人员薪酬不足和产品安全回顾。 Past issues include staff underpayment and product safety recalls.