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BATAVIA, Ill. – Aldi, the fastest-growing grocer in the U.S., has announced plans to open over 225 new stores in 2025, marking the most store openings in a single year in the company’s nearly 50-year U.S. history. This move is part of Aldi’s ongoing five-year national growth strategy, aiming to provide more customers with savings of up to 36% on their grocery shopping.
The expansion will occur through a combination of organic growth and converting specific Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket locations. Aldi aims to transform about 220 Southeastern Grocers stores into its format by 2027. Additionally, the company has completed the sale of around 170 Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket locations to a consortium comprising C&S Wholesale Grocers, Southeastern Grocers senior leadership, and private investors.
"When we announced our acquisition of Southeastern Grocers, we committed to keeping a significant number of Winn-Dixie and Harveys locations operational, and we're delivering on that promise while driving Aldi's expansion," said Jason Hart, CEO of Aldi. "We’re confident that C&S Wholesale Grocers and Southeastern Grocers will lead their company successfully into its next chapter."
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Aldi’s transformation strategy will see 100 converted Southeastern Grocers stores re-open under the Aldi brand by the end of 2025. The grocer will also expand beyond the Southeast, growing its presence in the Northeast, Midwest, Southern California, Arizona, and even entering Las Vegas for the first time.
"As grocery prices continue to impact shoppers, Aldi remains committed to providing the best value," added Hart. "We are building trust with customers across the country and solidifying our position as America's go-to grocery destination."
In 2024, Aldi opened nearly 120 new stores, bringing its total U.S. store count to over 2,400, making it the country's third-largest grocery chain by store count. Aldi’s continued success is reflected in its growing customer base, with one-in-four American households now shopping at Aldi—double the number from six years ago.
Deutsche Bank served as Aldi’s financial advisor. Legal counsel was provided by Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, with Kayne Law Group acting as co-real estate counsel.
