Author: Daniel Novoa
Washington D.C., 2025 – The Hispanic Retail Chamber of Commerce (HRCOC) is pleased to announce the addition of the Brazilian brand Jugos Prats as a new supplier and active member of the Chamber of Supermarkets’ Purchasing Center. With a solid track record in the production of natural juices in Brazil, Jugos Prats has positioned itself as a trusted brand, with products made from selected fruits and processes that guarantee flavor, freshness, and nutritional value. Its arrival in the HRCOC ecosystem represents a commitment to integrating functional foods of Latin American origin into the offerings of Hispanic supermarkets in the U.S.…
The Expo Grand Retail Show is just a few days away: the largest gathering of supermarkets and suppliers. Location: Dulles, VA – 4320 Chantilly Shopping Center, Chantilly, VA 20151, May 20-21 The Hispanic Retail Chamber of Commerce (HRCOC), through its Executive Vice President, Daniel Esteban Novoa, announced that there are just a few days left until the start of one of the most important events in the supermarket sector: the Expo Grand Retail Show, which will take place on May 20-21 at the Dulles Expo Center in Virginia. This event is consolidating its position as a key platform for…
Big Lots continues its return of stores under its new owners.The discount chain will reopen 132 stores in 14 states in May. The first round will take place on May 1 and the second on May 15. North Carolina, Ohio, and Pennsylvania lead the list with the most reopenings. (Locations are listed at the end of the article.)The openings, which will be under the direction of the new owners Variety Wholesales, are based on the positive response from customers to the initial reopenings of Big Lots stores in April, the company said.Stores are reopening in a variety of markets, from…
Inviting you to join the club in times of doubt and uncertainty could be a great Walmart advertisement to accelerate the expansion of its Sam’s Club stores as competition intensifies with warehouse rivals Costco and BJ’s Wholesale Club. All three have set ambitious expansion plans and have been mapping out their strategies to try to protect their buyers from the worst inflationary impacts of tariffs as imports are affected by higher import costs. Walmart said it wants to open 15 new locations per year “for the foreseeable future” and is also willing to remodel all of its roughly 600 existing…
For the eighth consecutive week, foot traffic at Target stores has declined, marking a troubling trend that began shortly after the company announced changes to its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program in late January. There’s a big question: “Do boycotts still work?” If we look only at foot traffic, the answer is yes. According to data from Placer.ai, foot traffic at Target stores during the week of March 17 fell 5.7% year-over-year, following an average weekly decline of 6.2% over the previous eight weeks. Target’s decision to modify its DEI program signaled a shift in the brand’s investment and…
Primark, the global value fashion retailer, continues its expansion in the United States, including the South.Primark is expanding its presence with three new stores in Texas (The Parks Mall, Arlington), South Carolina (Haywood Mall, Greenville), and Georgia (Augusta Mall, Augusta). With a total area of 96,400 square feet across the three stores, the new locations mark the chain’s entry into South Carolina and Georgia.”We’re proud to introduce Primark to South Carolina and Georgia for the first time, while also strengthening our presence in Texas, following our initial opening in the state late last year,” said Kevin Tulip, President of Primark…
The Fresh Market announced on Wednesday, March 19, the grand opening of its newest store in Algonquin, Illinois, marking the premium supermarket chain’s eighth opening in the Chicagoland area and its fourth in the last five months. Committed to providing high-quality fresh foods and an exceptional shopping experience, The Fresh Market is pleased to bring its passion for freshness, unmatched service, and hospitality to Algonquin.Local officials, including the local Chamber of Commerce, city government, and representatives from the Northern Illinois Food Bank, were on hand to celebrate the grand opening of the 27,000-square-foot store. Guests joined the store team at…
Food inflation has been a major headache for large supermarket chains, but an opportunity for a previously unknown discount supermarket chain with a unique culture.The fastest-growing supermarket chain in the U.S. (in terms of number of stores and traffic) probably isn’t the one you imagine.It may be one you’ve barely heard of or haven’t even visited yet. Its e-commerce capabilities are practically nonexistent compared to its competitors.Their stores are about half the size of an average supermarket (18,000 square feet versus 38,000). Products are often displayed in large shipping boxes that clog the aisles. You won’t find the national brands…
Qdoba Mexican Eats continues to plan its massive expansion.The Mexican fast-casual chain has announced the addition of 33 new locations to its development pipeline, bringing its total restaurant commitments to more than 500. Through several significant franchise agreements, Qdoba will soon expand its presence in the Northeast, Midwest, and beyond.”Qdoba’s momentum continues to accelerate, driven by strong franchise partnerships and a commitment to quality,” said Jeremy Vitaro, Qdoba’s director of development. “We’re excited to welcome new franchisees who bring industry expertise and a shared passion for original flavors. By surpassing 500 development commitments, we’re solidifying our position as a leading…
When Best Buy launches its new US marketplace this summer, it will not only expand its product range but also lay the groundwork for a more robust advertising business. While Amazon and Walmart, leaders in retail media, have diversified their advertising revenue streams through thousands of marketplace sellers, the opportunity for Best Buy is just around the corner. By creating a dynamic third-party marketplace, Best Buy could monetize more searches, access a new advertiser base beyond its current portfolio of big brands, and introduce new advertising formats tailored to a broader product selection.As CEO Corie Barry noted during the company’s…