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Rob Samtmann | Apr 01, 2014 |
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Wegmans On Top

Consumer Reports just found Wegmans to be the number one grocery store. Democrat & Chronicle Article Wegmans Food Markets has been ranked as the No. 1 supermarket in the country by customers in the latest Consumer Reports survey. The Gates-based grocer edged out Trader Joe’s, Publix, Costco, Sprouts, Tops Markets and 49 other grocery stores. More than […]
Rob Samtmann | Mar 30, 2014 |
Retail News

Shoe Carnival Opens 2 Stores in Detroit

Business Tribune Article Family Footwear Retailer Shoe Carnival Announces 10 New Stores in 8 Cities The popular family footwear retailer is putting their best foot forward this month as they announce the grand opening of 10 new stores in 8 different cities all opening their doors this March 2014. Shoe Carnival is excited to add […]
Rob Samtmann | Mar 30, 2014 |
Retail News

Cabela's to Continue Expansion

14 new stores in 2014…with more to come. Omaha.com Article
Rob Samtmann | Nov 06, 2013 |
Retail News

Dick's Field & Stream vs. Cabela's

Dick’s is expanding its Field & Stream concept.  Should Cabela’s be concerned? Streetinsider.com Article At a analyst day yesterday, Dick’s Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) laid out its plans for its new Field & Stream (F&S) store concept. The company is calling for ~55 stores and ~$750 million in sales by FY17. While some views this as […]
Rob Samtmann | Nov 06, 2013 |
Retail News

Office Depot & OfficeMax Merge

The merger took place Tuesday. Palm Beach Post Article
Rob Samtmann | Jun 10, 2013 |
Retail News

Bed Bath & Beyond Still Growing & Increasing Sales

Good brief article on Bed, Bath & Beyond and their activity since 2008.  It provides history of store openings and their educated guess on this year’s count.   BBBY reported steady growth in its Q2 fiscal 2013 results despite the difficult retail environment. The company also raised its outlook for the entire year, which is […]
Rob Samtmann | Mar 17, 2013 |
Retail News

Shoe Carnival - 14 New Stores, 12 New Cities, One Day

A pretty cool way for Shoe Carnival to open some stores…. PRWeb Article
Rob Samtmann | Mar 17, 2013 |
Retail News

Dick's to Test Field & Stream Store

Dick’s acquired the right to use the Field & Stream name.  They will be opening a store in Pennsylvania. Motley Fool Article Building on a 140-year-old iconic brand, Dick’s Sporting Goods (NYSE:DKS) will open a new retail concept store under the Field & Stream banner featuring outdoor equipment, accessories, and services in hunting, fishing, archery, and camping equipment. It […]
Rob Samtmann | Feb 26, 2013 |
Retail News

Office Depot & Office Max Merging

The proposed merger between Office Depot and Office Max has been talked about for some time.  The FTC’s involvement and the level to which they will be involved is yet to be determined.  However, here is an interesting take on the situation…. Time Article
Rob Samtmann | Jan 13, 2013 |
Retail News

Near Final Approval for Proposed Mt. Laurel, NJ Walmart

The proposed Walmart at Rt. 73 and Fellowship Rd. in Mt. Laurel, NJ is almost near final approval.  See the Philly.com article.   Philly.com Article

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