BJ's Wholesale Announces Expansion with Five New Locations

The retailer plans to open new stores in Florida, Indiana, South Carolina, and Tennessee, aiming to generate 150 jobs per location.

BJ's Wholesale Club to open five new locations across Florida, Indiana, South Carolina, and Tennessee, each expected to create approximately 150 jobs.
The expansion is part of BJ's strategy to grow its footprint in the Southeast and Midwest, competing with Costco and Sam's Club.
Over the past five years, BJ's has opened 27 new clubs and entered four new states, with plans to continue expanding by 10 to 12 clubs each year.
The new clubs will offer a wide range of products, focusing on groceries and everyday essentials, aiming to attract budget-conscious shoppers.
BJ's anticipates modest growth for the year, with comparable club sales expected to increase by 1% to 2%, excluding gas sales.