Hunter offers franchises in Argentina from US$45,000

Hunter, the British wellington boot brand, is seeking to expand its presence in Argentina through franchises with a reported total investment starting at US$45,000, no monthly royalties and stock supplied on consignment. The offer follows its return to the country in July 2025 and brings another clothing retail option to Argentina’s franchise market.

From a return to the market to further expansion

According to information published by L’Express Franchise on 31 August 2026, citing iProfesional, Hunter re-entered the Argentine market in July 2025. That return involved an initial investment of US$300,000 and a first stock order worth US$500,000.

Those figures relate to the company’s return to the country, not the investment required to open a franchise. The distinction matters when assessing an offer now intended to attract new operators to its retail network.

The publication states that the group operates 18 outlets in Argentina, including company-owned shops and multi-brand retailers, and aims to reach 30 outlets within two years. This is an announced expansion target, not a tally of completed openings. Nor does the reported composition of the network justify describing all 18 outlets as dedicated Hunter franchises.

This new phase focuses on recruiting franchisees. The available information does not provide an opening schedule or identify the locations of future shops.

How much it costs to join

The offer comprises an initial investment starting at US$40,000 and an entry fee of US$5,000, bringing the reported minimum total to US$45,000. When comparing this opportunity with other franchises, it is therefore worth using the total rather than just the advertised initial investment figure.

Another feature is the absence of monthly royalties. This is a significant commercial term, but it does not mean there are no recurring costs, nor does it establish how profitable an outlet might be.

The publication also reports an estimated investment payback period of around two years. This should be understood as a projection for the offer, not a guaranteed outcome for every new outlet. The information provided does not include the sales, rent or operating cost assumptions used to calculate it.

For a prospective franchisee, the next step would be to request an itemised budget and confirm which costs are covered by the initial US$40,000. It would also be prudent to obtain written confirmation of any additional expenditure that might be required before opening and during the first few months of trading.

Consignment: how stock is managed

The most notable operational feature is the supply of stock on consignment. According to the published information, franchisees pay only for what they actually sell, while the parent company handles stock supply and rotation.

This distinguishes the offer from a model in which the operator buys all stock upfront and then sells it. The article presents the arrangement as a way to prevent franchisees from being left holding unsold products.

However, understanding the general principle is no substitute for reviewing the contractual terms. Before proceeding, prospective franchisees should ask how sales are recorded, when payments are settled, and what procedures apply to exchanges or products that do not sell. These are points to verify, rather than terms detailed in the published information.

What to check before deciding

The offer combines three specific features: a total investment starting at US$45,000, no monthly royalties and stock on consignment. For those considering Argentina’s franchise market, it adds an option from an international brand that has already resumed trading in the country.

Any assessment must nevertheless distinguish the announced terms from the expected results. Reaching 30 outlets is the group’s target; recovering the investment in around two years is an estimate. Neither replaces a financial assessment of a specific location.

In practice: before committing funds, request a full investment breakdown, the consignment terms and the assumptions behind the projected payback period. These documents will help you compare the offer with the actual costs of the outlet you are considering.