Trader Joe’s is in expansion mode, with 34 stores currently listed on its “opening soon” page. Shoppers in several states will soon be stocking up on Mandarin Orange Chicken and Two-Buck Chuck. Meanwhile, here in Rockford, we’re left to sigh and keep waiting.
How Trader Joe’s Picks Its Next Spot
According to ktla.com, choosing a new store location isn’t as simple as throwing a dart at a map. Executives weigh factors like population density, customer traffic patterns, and even parking availability before giving the green light. Once a store has a confirmed opening date, it gets added to the local page for that city.
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