Aldi to open 180 new grocery stores

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (Youdle) – Attention, shoppers! There's some big news from the supermarket world that could impact your grocery experience.

First off, Aldi has big plans to open 180 new stores this year, with a goal of reaching 3,200 stores by the end of 2028. Here are some of the locations they're eying:

• Portland, Maine

• Denver, Colorado

• Colorado Springs, Colorado

• Phoenix, Arizona

• Las Vegas, Nevada

• Aurora, Colorado (distribution center)

• Goodyear, Arizona (distribution center)

• Baldwin, Florida (distribution center)

• Haines City, Florida (distribution center expansion)

As Aldi expands into new cities, the biggest impact for shoppers is simple: it adds another option to the weekly rotation. For some households, that might mean a place to grab a few low-cost staples without doing a full shop. For others, it may simply shift local pricing as more retailers compete for the same customers. 

The expansion doesn’t guarantee better deals for everyone — but it does give shoppers more flexibility, especially in areas where choices have been limited. Whether you choose Aldi or not, more grocery options usually translate into more ways to manage your food budget, compare prices, and decide what works best for your household’s routines and preferences.

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For more details on Aldi's and Grocery Outlet's expansion plans, check out their new release here.