TOP 10 PIZZA CHAINS AND FRANCHISES

Capturing over 16 percent of the pizza market share in the United States , and more than 14,000 units in almost 100 countries , Pizza Hut is one of the world ’ s most influential brands and the largest pizza chain by a landslide . Not that the Yum Brands-owned chain can afford to rest on its laurels — a dip in sales over the past few years was cause for concern even despite its solid lead over the competition . But Pizza Hut came back with a vengeance in the latter half of 2014 , with a total overhaul and a brand new specialty-inspired menu that has helped the chain maintain its place at the top .

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Units : 14,967 Franchised : Yes 2014 Gross Sales : $ 12.9 billion

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