Chain Store News – January 3, 2016

Robbie Gale

In the "Chain Store News" we track news about major changes in various chain stores throughout the country such as broad store closings, openings, or acquisitions.  We then point you to our lists of relevant data so you can see how these changes might affect the retail landscape overall.

A giant wave of store closures is about to hit the US  – December 31, 2016

     Related AggData:  Macy's,  Sears,  Kmart,  CVS,  American Eagle,  Chicos,  Finish Line,  Men's Wearhouse,  The Children's Place

FTC's second request delays Bass Pro-Cabela's merger  – December 30, 2016

     Related AggData:  Bass Pro Shops,  Cabela's

Retailer closing stores at malls across the country, including Cincinnati   – December 29, 2016

     Related AggData:  The Limited

Smart & Final Brings 12 More Stores to San Diego   – December 28, 2016

     Related AggData:  Smart & Final

Chevys Fresh Mex closes its doors in Modesto   – December 28, 2016

     Related AggData:  Chevys Fresh Mex

Sears and Kmart are closing more stores — see if your store is on the list   – December 28, 2016

     Related AggData: Sears,  Kmart

Marco's Pizza makes push for Minnesota amid competition for franchisees   – December 28, 2016

     Related AggData:  Marco's Pizza

Hawaiian barbecue chain opens North Hollywood site   – December 27, 2016

     Related AggData:  Ono Hawaiian BBQ

Vitality Bowls continues growth in new year   – December 27, 2016

     Related AggData:  Vitality Bowls

Warburg Pincus Acquires Gabriel Brothers, Inc.   – December 22, 2016

     Related AggData:  Gabe's,  Rugged Wearhouse

Muy Bueno Growth: Zees Expand Mexican Brand   – December 22, 2016

     Related AggData:  Taco Bueno

The New Proudly Canadian-Only Golf Town Brings Innovation and Excitement back to Golf with New Management, Ownership and Retail Partners   – December 22, 2016

     Related AggData:  Golf Town

Rally’s aims to rally in Akron area, hoping entrepreneurs will launch 10 of its fast-food joints   – December 21, 2016

     Related AggData:  Rally's Drive-In Restaurants,   Checkers Drive-In Restaurants

Love's Sees Record Expansion in 2016   – December 21, 2016

     Related AggData:  Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores

Fred's Pharmacy to acquire 865 Rite Aid stores for $950M   – December 20, 2016

     Related AggData:  fred's,  Rite Aid

Freshii files for Canadian IPO   – December 20, 2016

     Related AggData:  Freshii