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Toys R Us was not just a franchise in the traditional sense; it was a large retail chain that operated toy stores worldwide. However, within its business model, Toys R Us did have a franchise component. The company used a mix of company-owned stores and franchise stores to expand its global presence. This means that while many Toys R Us stores were directly owned and operated by the parent company, there were also stores that were owned and operated by independent franchisees under a licensing agreement with Toys R Us.

It's important to note that the company faced financial difficulties and filed for bankruptcy in 2017, leading to the closure of many of its stores. Since then, there have been efforts to revive the brand, including through new store openings and e-commerce platforms.

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The company sells merchandise through 587 toy stores in the U.S. and nearly 650 international toy stores, including licensed and franchise stores, as well as through its Internet site at www.toysrus.com. ... Toys "R" Us, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to cultural diversity.read more >>