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Trader Joe's announces plans to open 30 new stores across multiple states
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Trader Joe's announced it will open 30 new stores across 16 states. Illinois is set to receive four locations, the most of any state. The grocery chain posted the expansion plans on its website.
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The Hill describes Trader Joe's as America's "favorite grocer" and says the stores are coming "soon." One Hill article also covers Aldi's separate expansion plans for 180 new stores in 2026.
- HILTrader Joe's to open more than 30 new stores 'soon': Here's whereThe Hill · Center
- HILAldi planned 180 new stores for 2026. The newest are about to openThe Hill · Center
Fox News Digital describes Trader Joe's as a "popular grocery store" and specifies the stores are on a "coming soon" list. The New York Post calls it "the nation's favorite grocery chain" and notes the timing as "2027" in its headline.
- NYPTractor Supply announces plans to open 90 new locations in 2027New York Post · Right
- FOXTrader Joe's has 30 new stores in the works — find out where they're openingFox News Digital · Right
- NYPTrader Joe’s announces new stores amid plans to open 30 locations in 2027New York Post · Right
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