- Wingstop Plans to Open Hundreds of New Locations in 2024
(eatthis.com - 2/23/2024) The fast-growing chicken wing chain has an ambitious goal of reaching 7,000 stores globally ...
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- Home Depot 4Q Sales Fall 2.9% as Pro Levels with DIY
(mdm.com - 2/23/2024) The Home Depot expects to net add about 12 new stores in 2024 and expects full-year gross margin of approximately 33.9% and operating margin of 14.1%... (full story)
- CrossAmerica to acquire 59 Applegreen c-stores for $16.9M
(cstoredive.com - 2/23/2024) CrossAmerica Partners and its subsidiary Lehigh Gas Wholesale Services, Inc. have agreed to acquire 59 c-stores ... (full story)
- Crumbl Celebrates the Grand Opening of its 1000th Store
(wjhl.com - 2/23/2024) The fastest-growing dessert chain in the United States, marks a significant milestone today as it officially opens its 1000th store after being in business for only six years ... (full story)
- Houston TX Hot Chicken expanding in Utah
(fastcasual.com - 2/23/2024) Houston TX Hot Chicken will have six locations in Utah by summer's end...Stores at Lehi Main Street, Fashion Place Mall and downtown SLC in the historic 9th and 9th neighborhood will follow... (full story)
- Dutch Bros Expands Into Florida Taking Aim At U.S. Coffee Giants
(forbes.com - 2/23/2024) Dutch Bros opened more than 30 new stores for the tenth consecutive quarter in the three months ending 31 Dec. 2023 and expects to open more than 160 net new stores this year as it moves closer to its goal of 1,000 outlets by 2025... (full story)
- Walmart will revamp nearly 1,000 stores as CEO says it also plans to ‘save the day’ for ...
(the-sun.com - 2/23/2024) Walmart had previously revealed plans to remodel 650 more stores across the US after reopening 117 in October... (full story)
- Planet Fitness, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2023 Results Full Year system-wide same s
(morningstar.com - 2/22/2024) 165 new Planet Fitness stores were opened system-wide during the year, bringing system-wide total stores to 2,575 as of December 31, 2023... (full story)
- Wingstop net income increases 7% in Q4 2023
(verdictfoodservice.com - 2/22/2024) The strength of our unit economics was showcased with 255 net new units in 2023, a 13% unit growth rate and a record level of restaurant development commitments as we enter 2024... (full story)
- Two New IFA Reports Forecast Continued Resilience for Franchised Businesses in 2024
(franchising.com - 2/22/2024) The report forecasts that franchises will grow an additional 1.9% in 2024, adding 15,000 units and 221,000 jobs in the U.S ... (full story)
- Sprouts Farmers Market to Open 35 New Stores This Year
(progressivegrocer.com - 2/22/2024) Sprouts Farmers Market Inc. has high expectations for 2024 ... (full story)
- Driven Brands Holdings Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2023 Results
(prnewswire.com - 2/22/2024) The Company added 183 net new stores during fiscal 2023...Net new store growth of approximately 205 to 220... (full story)
- Pitbull-co-owned Miami Grill expands to Las Vegas with Walmart location
(news3lv.com - 2/22/2024) Miami Grill, the Florida-based restaurant chain known for wings and sandwiches co-owned by the rapper Pitbull, is coming to Las Vegas ... (full story)
- Kids 'R' Kids Celebrates 39 Years and 170 Franchise Locations
(markets.businessinsider.com - 2/22/2024) Kids 'R' Kids Acknowledged as a Top Franchise Opportunity in Billion-Dollar Childcare and Early Education Industry ...
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- Target plans three new stores in the Miami area in 2024. The first is in a central spot
(yahoo.com - 2/22/2024) Target has announced the grand opening date of its newest Miami store, one of at least three the area should see arriving in 2024... (full story)
- Wawa to open 70-plus stores in 2024
(chainstoreage.com - 2/21/2024) The openings will include Wawa’s first locations in three new states ... (full story)
- Arizona is open for franchise opportunities. That’s something to celebrate.
(chamberbusinessnews.com - 2/21/2024) It is projected that 425 new franchised businesses will open in Arizona in 2024 ... (full story)
- PJ’s Coffee Celebrates Franchise Triumphs of 2023, Sets Aspirations for 2024
(restaurantnews.com - 2/21/2024) For 2024, PJ’s is set to open over 40 locations and showcase an impressive trajectory of expansion to outshine 2023 ...
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- Zoup! rebrands to Z!EATS
(fastcasual.com - 2/21/2024) "With the broad appeal of Z!EATS, we have the potential to expand to 500 restaurants nationwide over the next five years ... (full story)
- Nufish to open new Captain D's locations
(franchising.com - 2/21/2024) Owner of Nufish, signed a 10-store development deal to open 10 new Captain D's locations ... (full story)
- Buc-ee's sets opening date for chain's first Colorado store in Johnstown: What we know
(coloradoan.com - 2/21/2024) Buc-ee's, the Texas-based phenomenon that engenders passion and loyalty from its customers throughout the country, will open its first Colorado travel station at 6 a.m. Monday, March 18, in Johnstown... (full story)
- Jack in the Box Momentum Continues with Announced Entry Into Michigan and Additional 10-Store . . .
(morningstar.com - 2/21/2024) Jack in the Box Momentum Continues with Announced Entry Into Michigan and Additional 10-Store Development Agreement in Orlando, FL & a Five-store Agreement in Michigan, its Fifth New Market Entry Since Mid-2023 ... (full story)
- Five Below (FIVE) Gains on Growth Efforts, Market Expansion
(nasdaq.com - 2/21/2024) Plans to inaugurate more than 200 stores in fiscal 2024 and 2025 ... (full story)
- Bob’s expansion plans include first Western N.Y. store
(furnituretoday.com - 2/21/2024) The retailer plans to open 19 new stores in 2024, including a few in new designated market areas ... (full story)
- Atomic Wings Looks To Take Off With 20 Openings Planned This Year
(finance.yahoo.com - 2/21/2024) NYC-based wing franchise has another 20-plus in development and continues to innovate its menu to capture even more market share ... (full story)
- Sweet Paris Signs 15-Unit Deal With Jimmy John's Zees
(franchisetimes.com/ - 2/20/2024) An experienced franchisee group is set to expand the presence of Sweet Paris Crêperie Café in Florida, signing a 15-unit agreement for several markets including Tampa and Orlando ...
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- Focus Brands is changing its name to GoTo Foods
(restaurantbusinessonline.com - 2/20/2024) Focus Brands has a new name and a new way of doing business ... (full story)
- Unleashed Brands Announces Acquisition of Sylvan Learning
(prnewswire.com - 2/20/2024) Unleashed Brands, the world's first Youth Enrichment Platform today announced it has made a strategic investment in the acquisition of Sylvan Learning ... (full story)
- Middle Eastern restaurant chain Naf-Naf expanding to NC with a south Charlotte debut
(aol.com - 2/20/2024) A Middle Eastern restaurant chain is expanding to North Carolina, and making its debut in Charlotte ...
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- Watch out, Starbucks: Dutch Bros. Coffee is now a coast-to-coast brand
(fastcompany.com - 2/20/2024) Dutch Bros. is set to open its first East Coast location ... (full story)
- Philly's favorite convenience store Wawa is expanding into new markets
(qz.com - 2/20/2024) The beloved East Coast convenience store chain is planning to open 280 more locations across the south
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- Hey Wawa, Now Rutter’s Coming to Town With Some New Stores
(delco.today/2024/02/rutters-coming-to-town/ - 2/19/2024) Convenience store and gas station chain Rutter’s is expanding with 50 new stores over the next five years ... (full story)
- Iconic clothing retailer with over 600 locations prepares for possible bankruptcy
(the-sun.com - 2/17/2024) Express is preparing to file for possible bankruptcy, according to a report by the Wall Sreet Journal...People inside the apparel company told the outlet it could file for Chapter 11 in weeks...
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- CLOSING TIME Best Buy with 1,050 stores closing up to 20 ... CEO makes surprising announcement
(the-sun.com - 2/17/2024) The retailer has around 1,050 locations nationwide but is struggling with sales ...
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- Barnes & Noble's new store will allow Santa Fe to author its design
(finance.yahoo.com - 2/17/2024) The bookseller has been on its biggest store-opening spree in 15 years, with 30 new stores opening last year and 50 more openings scheduled this year ...
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- Harbor Freight Tools: 30th NJ Location Coming This Spring
(original.newsbreak.com - 2/16/2024) Harbor Freight Tools announced plans for three new stores with February 13, 2024, press releases. One of those new locations will be in The Garden State... (full story)
- Wawa USA: The convenience chain might open stores in every state
(inquirer.com - 2/16/2024) Wawa has said it plans to open 160 stores across Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana in the next eight to 10 years, beginning in 2025 ... (full story)
- National sports retailer 'Rally House' to open first location in Western New York
(wkbw.com - 2/16/2024) Rally House, a national sports retailer, is expanding and just announced plans to open its first location in Western New York ... (full story)
- Melting Pot Targets Iowa as the Next Development Market in Its Aggressive Growth Plan
(1851franchise.com - 2/16/2024) With capacity for a new location in Des Moines, the team is looking for the right franchise partner to pioneer its Iowa growth ... (full story)
- Guess making first acquisition in its 43-year history
(chainstoreage.com - 2/16/2024) The apparel retailer and brand management firm WHP Global have entered into an agreement to buy Rag & Bone ... (full story)
- Restaurant Brands International targets 40K stores globally by 2028, Tim Horton's
(restaurantdive.com - 2/16/2024) Strengthen Tim Hortons’ Canadian dominance and enable its U.S. system to grow to 1,000 units by 2028, up from 627 at the start of 2023 ... (full story)
- Slim Chickens Signs Franchise Deal for Seven Restaurants in Maryland
(https://shoppingcenterbusiness.com/slim-chickens-signs-franchise-deal-for-seven-restaurants-in-maryl - 2/16/2024) Arkansas-based Slim Chickens has signed a franchise deal for seven new restaurants in the state of Maryland ... (full story)
- What will retail look like in five years? Top industry executives share their predictions
(cnbc.com - 2/16/2024) CNBC asked industry insiders including Fran Horowitz, Michelle Gass, Marc Lore, Jens Grede and Mickey Drexler for their predictions of what retail will be like in five years ...
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- Stoner's Pizza Joint Signs 5-Unit Agreement in Greater Dallas Area
(morningstar.com - 2/16/2024) Stoner's Pizza Joint announced today that it will be expanding to Dallas, TX with a 5-unit signed franchise agreement ... (full story)
- Beall's Retail Group, How a Florida retail chain competes with big brands.
(yahoo.com - 2/15/2024) Bealls Inc. has plans to open 22 more stores this fiscal year ...
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- Joann in discussion with lenders to boost cash reserves
(retail-insight-network.com - 2/15/2024) Crafts retailer Joann is negotiating with lenders for a cash infusion to strengthen its cash reserves, Bloomberg has reported...The discussions aim to prevent a potential Chapter 11... (full story)
- Insomnia Cookies opens new flagship store and headquarters in Center City
(phillyvoice.com - 2/15/2024) We're going to open more than 70 U.S. stores this year ... (full story)
- Port of Subs Serves up new year growth with another 10-unit regional development agreement
(franchise.org - 2/15/2024) Port of Subs, out of Castle Rock, CO, announced today a 10-unit franchise development deal slated for Idaho ... (full story)
- Midwestern sports bar Brothers Bar & Grill is now open in downtown State College
(dailyitem.com - 2/15/2024) It's the business's first location in Pennsylvania ... (full story)
- Skechers Opens 5,000th Store, Aims for 10,000 Total
(retailtouchpoints.com - 2/15/2024) With an additional 140 to 160 company-owned stores planned this year and hundreds of stores opening annually with our partners, we are on the road to 10,000 Skechers stores... (full story)
- Grocery Outlet To Acquire United Grocery Outlet
(storebrands.com - 2/15/2024) Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. has reached an agreement to acquire United Grocery Outlet. In addition to the newly acquired UGO stores, Grocery Outlet plans to open 15 to 20 stores in existing markets in 2024, for a total of 55 to 60 net new stores this year ... (full story)
- Big savings fueled big growth. Now this West Michigan overstock chain closing 30 stores, B2 Outlet
(mlive.com - 2/15/2024) Bargain hunters were killing profit margins and overhead costs dealt a final blow this year leading to all 30 locations closing ... (full story)
- Growing TravisMathew Bucks Market Trends in Q4
(shop-eat-surf.com - 2/15/2024) This year will see TravisMathew open between eight and 10 stores, with Brewer saying it will also work to “slowly expand” on the international front ...
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- Del Taco's Bold Expansion: Spicing Up Fast Food and Taking on Taco Bell
(bnnbreaking.com - 2/15/2024) Announcing a commitment to 138 new franchise agreements in fiscal 2023 ... (full story)
- Survey: Retailers optimistic; new store openings up
(chainstoreage.com - 2/14/2024) An annual survey finds retailers optimistic about the future despite inflation and pricing concerns ...
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- The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill opening 1st Pennsylvania location at The Promenade Shops
(wfmz.com - 2/14/2024) The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is expected to open in the summer at The Promenade Shops ... (full story)
- Del Taco Expands in the Convenience Channel
(csnews.com - 2/14/2024) Mexican quick-service restaurant (QSR) chain Del Taco is moving into a new market: convenience stores ... (full story)
- New Data Shows Franchising Continues to Exceed Growth Expectations
(prnewswire.com - 2/14/2024) The International Franchise Association (IFA) today released its annual Franchising Economic Outlook ... (full story)
- Why New Markets Are at the Heart of Lightbridge Academy's Expansion Plans
(1851franchise.com - 2/14/2024) A frontrunner in early education and child care, is making significant strides in its expansion plan for 2024, focusing on new states like Connecticut, Arizona, and Colorado ... (full story)
- Nordstrom Rack adds more stores to its 2024-2025 lineup
(chainstoreage.com - 2/14/2024) Nordstrom continues the nationwide expansion of its off-price footprint ...
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