Dollar Stores on Roll

A 2011 survey, conducted by America’s Research Group, reveals that Americans plan to stretch their dollars by shopping at discount chains, rather than at pricier department stores and specialty chains, with 753 out of 1,000 survey participants picking discounters as potential shopping destinations. Britt Beemer, president of America’s Research Group, notes that even low price [...]

350 Walmart Express Stores to Solve Falling Sales

For those independent retailers that have gained new business from Walmart’s recent economic struggle, 350 Walmart express stores pose a threat.

As Household Budgets Tighten, Gas Prices Steering Shoppers To Dollar Stores

Wary of going back into debt, shoppers are seeking out small, independent retailers where they perceive they’ll get more for their money.

Dollar General Leads the Way as Dollar Stores Thrive in Current Economy

Report says consumers have been watching their money closely, and small retailers and dollar stores have benefited from their caution.

Conklin Fashions Shines With Extensive Wholesale Jewelry Line and More

This wholesaling giant has been in business for 25 years, yet still treats its customers like best friends.

Smaller Cases Means More to the Pallet-Load at Great Lakes Wholesale

Some independent retailers prefer a lot of variety in their shipments, and this Midwest-based company has it all at low prices.

Dollar Stores Continue To Thrive as Recession-Battered Shoppers Stretch Their Budgets

Even as the economy recovers, it looks like independent retailers providing low prices will hold loyal buyers.

Price Master Delivers Profits

Difficult economic times make for difficult challenges, but one company helping others weather the storm is Price Master Corp. Based in the heart of New York’s busy wholesale district, Price Master not only carries more than 3,000 fast selling items in stock, but the company also prides itself on customer service. It’s what keeps old [...]

Indie Retailers Gain

The economy’s loss is the small retailer’s gain as more and more consumers are shying away from big box stores and seeking bargains closer to home, published reports say. As such, the bigger stores are starting to fight back. A recent story in The New York Times says “Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, is adding [...]

Survey: “Dollar Store” Visits Surge

New research shows that consumers are cutting back on the number of stores they visit when shopping, but that “dollar stores” are enjoying increased activity. The report from SymphonyIRI Group puts it all in perspective: “Shoppers are not enjoying the same financial success as corporations this spring and summer, and their continued search for lower-cost [...]

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