"Dollar stores are sitting fairly pretty at the moment. They are housed within a broader subcategory of “other general merchandise” stores (according to the US Census Bureau’s Annual Retail Trade Survey NAICS classification) which is the fastest growing sector within the total general merchandise category inclusive of discount department stores, warehouse clubs and supercenters. Immediate opportunities for improvement exist around in-store experiential retailing, e-commerce, grocery and overall quality perceptions."
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23rd August 2017
“Some 80% of consumers think dollar stores offer them great value for their money. Another 68% like the treasure hunt aspect. However, in order to continue driving store traffic and sales momentum, it’s wise for retailers in the space to think beyond price and add some experiential aspects to give ... 
10th April 2017
“Acquisition and store expansion are common strategies in the channel of late, symbolic of the growth of the channel and consumers’ shifting shopping behaviors toward discount retailers.” |
General merchandise stores ringing up billions
