Tractor Supply off to strong start in Q1; 90 new stores, 150 to 200 remodels on tapTractor Supply Co. reported better-than-expected first-quarter earnings and sales amid a “record” performance and raised its guidance for the year. Chipotle to open 200 new locations in 2021Chipotle Mexican Grill smashed first-quarter earnings expectations amid a 17.2% rise in same-store sales. Tops stores going green with off-site solar power Tops Friendly Markets is increasing its commitment to sustainability. At Home opens its first New York City store At Home Group has entered a big new market. Most consumers plan to shop in-store for Mother’s Day Mother’s Day could bring some good news to store retailers. First Look: Harry Potter New York A themed flagship featuring the largest collection of Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts merchandise under one roof is set to open in the Big Apple. Athleta to open 20 to 30 stores annually; to enter Canada Gap Inc. is expanding its popular women’s athletic apparel brand — and not just in the United States. First Look: Amazon’s new high-tech hair salon Amazon is entering yet another brick-and-market segment and this one could be the most unexpected to date. Raley’s to convert all stores to new banner Raley’s has big plans for its Raley’s O-N-E Market format. Placer.ai: Nike, Dick’s Sporting Goods chart new paths in 2021 Athletic apparel retailers Nike and Dick’s Sporting Goods are flipping to a new page of their playbooks. Choice Market puts high-tech spin on convenience in new location A retailer that combines the selection of a natural grocer and the footprint of a c-store with the newest technology is looking to reinvent convenience with the opening of its new location in Denver. Stores, restaurants shuttered in 2020 had one thing in common… The pandemic took its heaviest toll business-wise on smaller retailers and restaurant operators. First Previous 279 280 281 282 283 Next Last
