- Albertsons terminates merger agreement, files lawsuit against Kroger
(supermarketnews.com - 12/11/2024) Albertsons Companies, Inc. on announced that it would officially terminate its pending $25 billion merger agreement with Kroger, following decisions by two courts blocking the long-pending merger deal... (full story)
- Party City Mulls Second Bankruptcy in Two Years as Sales Lag
(finance.yahoo.com - 12/11/2024) Party City Holdco Inc. is considering options including a sale or another potential bankruptcy, just over a year after it emerged from Chapter 11 ... (full story)
- Hawaiian-inspired restaurant chain enters Maryland
(msn.com - 12/11/2024) The chain’s local franchisee wants to continue the concept's growth in the state and hopes to open one to two locations each year ...
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- Macy’s to close additional stores as it puts focus on luxury amid declining sales
(glossy.co - 12/11/2024) Bluemercury will open nine stores during the fourth quarter, in addition to the nine new stores already added this year ... (full story)
- Ollie’s Bargain Outlet buying up Big Lots leases; new CEO to take reins in February
(chainstoreage.com - 12/10/2024) With 15 acquired stores in the third quarter and two acquired after it ended. Earlier this month, Ollie’s was the winning bidder in a bankruptcy sale to acquire an additional seven former Big Lots store leases... (full story)
- SPB Hospitality Sells Brewery and Specialty Brands to an affiliate of Kelly Companies of Southern CA
(restaurantnews.com - 12/10/2024) The sale includes iconic brewery restaurants Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery, Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant, ChopHouse & Brewery, Ragtime Tavern and Seven Bridges Grille & Brewery ... (full story)
- Academy Sports to open 20 to 25 new stores in 2025; Q3 sales, earnings miss
(chainstoreage.com - 12/10/2024) The company plans to open 20 to 25 stores in 2025, representing approximately 7.5% annual unit growth at the midpoint ... (full story)
- 4 New Aldi Locations Coming to Alabama
(newsbreak.com - 12/10/2024) While grand opening dates haven't been set for any of the new locations, their planned sites have been confirmed ... (full story)
- Aldi adds 2 Long Island stores in December; 3 more planned for 2025
(greaterlongisland.com - 12/10/2024) Aldi has even bigger plans for 2025, with three more Long Island locations in the works...
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- Mountain Mike’s Pizza Introduces Mountain-Sized Pizzas ... to Washington State
(restaurantnews.com - 12/10/2024) In addition to Arlington, the pair will expand the Mountain Mike’s brand across the Evergreen State, including Bellevue, Bellingham, Burlington, Kirkland, Lake Stevens, Lynwood, Marysville, Mill Creek, Northgate and Redmond ... (full story)
- Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Reports 7.8% Increase in Net Sales and Opens Record 24 New Stores ...
(quiverquant.com - 12/10/2024) The Company opened 24 new stores and closed three stores, including two permanent closures and one temporary closure related to Hurricane Helene, ending the quarter with 546 stores in 31 states, a year-over-year increase in store count of 8.1% ... (full story)
- Noble Roman's Announces Additional Growth
(stocktitan.net - 12/10/2024) Opening 19 new franchise locations in Q4 2024. Total of 70 new unit openings expected in 2024. The company is also building a substantial backlog of new units scheduled to open in Q1 2025 ... (full story)
- Husband-Wife Duo Brings Re-Bath to Albuquerque, Strengthening Business Development ...
(prnewswire.com - 12/10/2024) Re-Bath, one of America's largest bathroom remodelers, has announced a new signed agreement in Albuquerque ... (full story)
- Scooter’s Coffee® Continues Expansion in Midwest with New Agreements in November
(franchising.com - 12/10/2024) The Midwest-based drive-thru coffee franchise experiencing record-breaking growth, proudly announces plans to open three additional world-class coffee kiosks - the result of new franchise agreements signed in November ... (full story)
- Walgreens reportedly in talks to sell itself to Sycamore Partners
(chainstoreage.com - 12/10/2024) The retail pharmacy and health care services company is in talks with Sycamore Partners in a deal that would take it private ... (full story)
- Doors open at region's second Guthrie’s location
(wsaz.com - 12/10/2024) It is the brand's 13th new location opened in 2024 and its first location in the state ...
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- Walgreens closed 58 stores across U.S. in November
(supermarketnews.com - 12/9/2024) The struggling pharmacy chain said it plans to shutter about 500 stores in 2025 ...
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- Midasautomotive.com Announces Expansion to Grow Automotive Repair Footprint Mississippi & Tennessee
(abc4.com - 12/9/2024) Midasautomotive.com today announced expansion from the current 3 Midas locations in Tupelo, Oxford, and Columbus, Mississippi to 4 new locations in Mississippi and Tennessee ... (full story)
- Encore Restaurants, LLC Brings 7 Brew Drive-Thru Beverage Stands to Salt Lake City and Phoenix ...
(finance.yahoo.com - 12/9/2024) Newly formed subsidiary Encore 7 BREW, LLC holds exclusive franchise rights to build and operate 7 Brew drive-thru beverage stands throughout Utah and Arizona ...
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- This Texas-based restaurant concept has eyes on Baton Rouge
(businessreport.com - 12/9/2024) A Texas-based Tex-Mex restaurant chain wants to open its first Louisiana location in a growing area of Baton Rouge...
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- Man behind Stuffed Crust Pizza, McGriddle brings game to Indianapolis. What's on the menu
(indystar.com - 12/9/2024) Tom’s Watch Bar opened in the 10,000-square-foot space at 140 S. Illinois ... (full story)
- Trader Joe's Announces New Stores in Oregon and California
(andnowuknow.com - 12/9/2024) Trader Joe’s is expanding its network of stores once again, bringing its two newest locations to the Oregon and California markets ... (full story)
- Parker’s Kitchen confirms four Northeast Florida locations
(jaxdailyrecord.com - 12/9/2024) Georgia-based Parker’s Kitchen expects to open at least four gas station and convenience stores in Northeast Florida by the third quarter of 2026. It has locations in its Georgia and South Carolina markets and is adding 25 more in those states and in Florida ...
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- Under Armour Opens a New Flagship Store at Its Baltimore Global Headquarters
(finance.yahoo.com - 12/9/2024) Under Armour has expanded its retail footprint, this time with a new location — and store concept — in the athletic giant’s hometown of Baltimore ...
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- National Shoe Store Chain Closing 400 Stores
(iheart.com - 12/9/2024) Foot Locker, which already shut down dozens of locations this year, will continue to do so next year and by 2026, will have shuttered 400 locations that are underperforming ... (full story)
- Handel’s Ice Cream Marks Historical 150th Opening
(businesswire.com - 12/9/2024) Handel’s Ice Cream, serving handmade ice cream since 1945, is thrilled to celebrate the monumental milestone of its 150th location ... (full story)
- Perkins American Food Co. Continues Canadian Expansion with Multi-Unit Griddle & Go Agreement ...
(restaurantnews.com - 12/9/2024) This multi-unit deal marks a significant expansion of the Perkins brand in Western Canada and introduces the company’s innovative express model to the Calgary market ... (full story)
- Walmart closures confirmed before the end of 2024 – This is the list of all the stores that have rec
(eladelantado.com - 12/8/2024) Walmart shuts down underperforming stores – find out if your local Walmart is one of them ...
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- Primark sizes up expansion
(thetimes.com - 12/8/2024) Primark, which has so far eschewed opening online stores, now has 457 outlets in 17 countries. It plans to open 530 stores by 2026... (full story)
- Fueled by Fresh Roasts and Franchisee Support, Dunn Brothers Coffee Charts National Ambitions
(qsrmagazine.com - 12/8/2024) The chain eyes 250 stores in the next five years, starting from Minnesota and extending into high-demand states such as Iowa, Texas, and Oklahoma. ...
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- Tropical Smoothie Cafe Working on Multiple Sites
(whatnowphoenix.com - 12/7/2024) The company plans to open a handful of new locations in Buckeye and Surprise ...
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- Restaurant group behind Blanco to open upgraded version of the Mexican staple in Phoenix
(ktar.com - 12/7/2024) Blanco Reserva, the sixth Blanco restaurant in Arizona, will open on Dec. 13 at the $2 billion redeveloped former Paradise Valley Mall site in Phoenix ...
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- Taco Bell is testing a beverage concept called Live Más Café
(nrn.com - 12/6/2024) Taco Bell has launched a new beverage concept called Live Más Café in San Diego ... (full story)
- Doug Keenum Expands Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Footprint with Three Tennessee Locations
(restaurantnews.com - 12/6/2024) Three Tennessee locations are part the mission to bring Legit. Texas. Barbecue. to more communities ... (full story)
- Cheesecake Factory Just Announced Plans to Open 585 New Restaurants
(aol.com - 12/6/2024) The Cheesecake Factory brand has 215 restaurants across the U.S. and aims to open an additional 85 locations to reach 300 restaurants...the company discussed growth plans for North Italia, Flower Child, and Culinary Dropout... (full story)
- Tractor Supply hikes store expansion goal; 90 new locations on tap for 2025
(chainstoreage.com - 12/6/2024) The nation’s largest rural lifestyle retailer has increased its long-term store count goal to 3,200 locations, up from its previously announced target of 3,000. Tractor Supply expects to open 90 new namesake stores n 2025, along with and approximately 10 new Petsense by Tractor Supply stores... (full story)
- Arizona chain Eegee's declares bankruptcy
(restaurantbusinessonline.com - 12/6/2024) The fast-food sandwich chain is seeking Chapter 11 bankruptcy and closed five locations, according to local reports. The chain had been hinting at struggles for months ...
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- Dolce Vita Opens First US Mall Store at Aventura as the Shoe Brand Continues Retail Expansion
(finance.yahoo.com - 12/6/2024) Dolce Vita is expanding its retail footprint once again with the opening of its first-ever mall store in the U.S. ...
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- Fazoli’s Returns to Utah Markets With New Multi-Unit Deal
(franchisetimes.com - 12/6/2024) Develop five locations across the state over the next five years ... (full story)
- Layne’s Chicken Fingers Location Set to Open in Clearfield this December
(franchising.com - 12/6/2024) Layne’s Chicken Fingers will be opening for the first time in Utah with a location in Clearfield this year, with plans to open a total of 16 locations over the next five years ... (full story)
- Where Are They Now? Brand Refresh Launches Famous Toastery Into New Year
(franchisetimes.com - 12/6/2024) Three to five franchises will open next year, more growth is planned in North Carolina after the brand signed a five-unit agreement with franchisees to develop units in Raleigh ... (full story)
- Tim Hortons launch in Tennessee scores new locations. Where are they, when could they open
(tennessean.com - 12/5/2024) An area business owner plans to open two more Tim Hortons restaurants in Lebanon after making earlier announcements to open two of the Canadian-based coffee and bakery franchises in Mt. Juliet and Donelson ... (full story)
- Port of Subs Elevates Growth with Ambitious Regional Developer Model
(qsrmagazine.com - 12/5/2024) Some of the bigger examples include a 70-unit deal in Washington, D.C., a 30-unit deal in Sacramento, and a 60-unit deal in Minnesota. Port of Subs’ goal is to reach 500 restaurants in five years ... (full story)
- NYC Middle Eastern restaurant chain opening first Boston location next week
(nbcboston.com - 12/5/2024) Middle Eastern restaurants with roots in New York City is expanding to the Greater Boston area ... (full story)
- Fast-casual restaurant Z!Eats to open in Fairfax Circle next week
(ffxnow.com - 12/5/2024) The chain has expressed interest in growing to 500 restaurants nationwide over the next five years ...
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- Bojangles to open restaurant in Oklahoma
(journalrecord.com - 12/5/2024) A restaurant chain known for its Southern-style fried chicken and biscuits announced plans for a north Oklahoma City location Thursday ... (full story)
- NY pizza chain coming to Maryland
(wmar2news.com - 12/5/2024) A longtime New York-based pizza chain will soon open its first Maryland location, and hopes to expand in this area ... (full story)
- Franchise Equity Partners Buys 38 Valvoline Units to Extend Auto Vertical
(franchisetimes.com - 12/5/2024) Franchise Equity Partners bought 38 company-owned Valvoline locations in Texas and committing to the development of 75 new units ... (full story)
- TPG Explores $1.5B+ Sale of Crunch Fitness Per Report
(athletechnews.com - 12/5/2024) Private equity firm TPG is mulling a potential sale of high-value, low-price (HVLP) fitness leader Crunch Fitness that could value the gym operator at more than $1.5 billion ...
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- Casey’s Continues to Expand While Maintaining Humility
(cspdailynews.com - 12/5/2024) Casey’s expects to continue its growth trajectory, adding at least 100 stores through a mix of mergers and acquisitions and new store construction ... (full story)
- OnCue opens largest location to date
(cstoredive.com - 12/5/2024) This location is part of OnCue’s broader expansion plans around the Oklahoma City area, where the company intends to open several more locations through 2025 ...
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- The Fresh Market continues slow but steady expansion with new Kentucky store
(grocerydive.com - 12/5/2024) The specialty grocer has experienced a growth spurt these last few months, opening five storefronts since September ...
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- Dollar General to remodel 4,250 stores, open 575 stores in 2025; Q3 sales top Street
(chainstoreage.com - 12/5/2024) The discounter is planning a major increase in planned real estate projects for fiscal 2025 (ends Jan. 30, 2026), which includes opening approximately 575 new stores in the U.S. and up to 15 new stores in Mexico ... (full story)
- Coming Soon: Wegmans to Open Three New Stores in 2025
(wegmans.com - 12/5/2024) Three new Wegmans stores are opening in 2025, including two in brand new markets. The new stores are under construction on Long Island, in Connecticut, and in Maryland and they are all slated to open before the end of 2025 ...
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- Celebree School Eyes Nationwide Growth as a Top Choice for Investors
(franchising.com - 12/5/2024) Celebree School is strategically exploding across the country into almost twenty states, with 55 locations open and 160 locations in various stages of development ... (full story)
- Grand Rapids Gets the Luxe Treatment as MassageLuXe Makes its Mark on Michigan
(streetinsider.com - 12/5/2024) MassageLuXe, a premier spa franchise specializing in high-quality massage, facial, and waxing services, revealed its strategic plans to expand the brand's presence in Michigan via the Grand Rapids market with the help of existing and new franchisees, presenting the area's aspiring entrepreneurs with the opportunity... (full story)
- Build-A-Bear Workshop Reports Record Third Quarter Fiscal 2024 Results
(stocktitan.net - 12/5/2024) The company expanded its global presence with 17 new locations in Q3, bringing total global locations to 565. Build-A-Bear updated its fiscal 2024 guidance, projecting total revenue between $489-495 million and increasing its new unit growth target to at least 65 experience locations globally... (full story)
- Mississippi's First Topgolf Opens Its Doors on Friday, Dec. 20
(kilgorenewsherald.com - 12/5/2024) Modern golf entertainment leader Topgolf announced today that at long last, it will open its first venue in Mississippi ... (full story)
- 40 More Wawa Stores Planned for Central Pennsylvania
(delco.today - 12/5/2024) Wawa’s central Pennsylvania expansion, with 40 more stores planned there by 2029, is part of a strategy to extend Wawa’s footprint further into the state, even as it expands nationally ... (full story)
- The only American Girl store left in the Carolinas is in Charlotte. It’s about to close
(charlotteobserver.com - 12/5/2024) The corporate parent of the American Girl store is calling its dolls home and closing up shop at SouthPark mall, the only one of its kind in the Carolinas ... (full story)
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