Retail Openings Surge as Closures Hit Three-Year Low

CNBC reports that the US retail landscape is seeing a shift in 2026 as store openings outpace closures, according to Coresight Research. Value retailers like Dollar General, Aldi, and Tractor Supply are leading the surge in retail openings, catering to cost-conscious consumers and expanding their national footprint. Coresight estimates US retailers will open about 5,500 new locations, a 4.4% increase year over year. Read on to learn more: Link