Academy, Ariat launch in-store shop partnershipAcademy Sports + Outdoors is partnering with a westernwear brand for a series of select in-store shops. Gong cha to open first U.S. airport locationTaiwan-based bubble tea chain Gong cha is expanding its U.S. footprint – and that now includes non-traditional formats. JLL: Consumers seek calmer, less digitally-focused retail environments Positive brick-and-mortar retail experiences are still key for consumers, especially in the age of “digital fatigue.” Whole Foods plans two California store openings for September Whole Foods Market is expanding its footprint in both Northern and Southern California. Ross Stores earnings, sales soar in Q2; 115 new stores planned in 2026 Ross Stores continued a strong fiscal 2026 performance trend that began in the first quarter of the year. BJ’s beats Wall Street on Q2 profit, revenue; new Texas store to open BJ’s Wholesale Club Holdings reported strong earnings and sales results for the second quarter of fiscal 2026 and announced plans for a new store. Crunch Fitness to debut upgraded premium gym concept Crunch Fitness is “reimagining” one of its gym concepts. Einstein Bros. Bagels adds more Houston stores to development pipeline Einstein Bros. Bagels is continuing its expansion in America’s fifth-largest metropolitan area. Japan's Muji to open stores at four East Coast shopping centers Japanese lifestyle retailer Muji is continuing to grow its presence in the United States. Sweetgreen to open first Sweetlane location on East Coast Sweetgreen is bringing its order-ahead, drive-up format to a new market. 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last
