Financial analyst/journalist Ron Insana to put spotlight on economy at SPECS 2025Trail-blazing financial news journalist Ron Insana will be one of the keynote speakers at Chain Store Age’s SPECS Show. The annual event will be held March 9–11, at the Gaylord Texan in Grapevine, Texas. Sweet Paris to open eight new locations in 2025Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café is planning to continue to grow its footprint in the new year. Kurt Geiger eyes 50 new North American stores A U.K.-based footwear and accessories brand is planning a major expansion across the pond. Sephora to redesign entire store fleet across North America Sephora has embarked on one of the largest capital projects in its history. First Look: Camp L.L. Bean store opens in Maine L.L. Bean is offering customers a unique shopping experience while it ramps up the re-boot of its flagship store in Freeport, Maine. It’Sugar goes big at Woodfield Mall It’Sugar continues to expand its store footprint. Starbucks reverses open-door policy in move to ‘prioritize’ paying customers Starbucks is cracking down on folks who use its restrooms and hang out in its stores without making a purchase. Shake Shack plots massive expansion Shake Shack is planning to more than quadruple its domestic restaurant count. Big Lots leases available for sale nationwide Gordon Brothers is offering Big Lots leases for sale nationwide. Freddy's adds 15 stores to pipeline; to enter new East Coast state After adding dozens of new locations to its pipeline in 2024, Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is starting off the new year by signing three new franchise deals. 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last
