Retail
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King of Prussia Mall Welcomes Wave of First-to-Philly Retailers
The King of Prussia Mall is stepping up its shopper experience, writes Sue Gleiter for Penn Live. Already one of the largest retail destinations in the country, the mall is set to welcome a wave of new tenants this year. Several of these are making their debut in the Philadelphia area. Among the newcomers is…
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TikTok-Famous Candy Company Arrives to Rittenhouse Square with New Boutique
All Aboard Candy, the sweet treat-centric small business that has gained TikTok popularity has officially arrived to Philadelphia, writes Laura Swartz for Philadelphia Magazine. The new Rittenhouse Square boutique officially opened to customers on Thursday, June 12. All Aboard Candy was founded by childhood friends and veterans of the Philadelphia food and hospitality industry, Alyssa…
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With EV Chargers Come Bigger Gas Stations and Local Pushback
With electric vehicle chargers now popping up at gas stations like Wawa, stores are expanding to keep customers engaged while they wait. That shift isn’t just about convenience—it’s strategic. If drivers are stuck for 20 to 40 minutes, companies want them inside, spending. But not everyone’s thrilled. Communities are pushing back against these larger stores,…
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Sprouts Farmers Market Growing Pennsylvania Footprint with Montgomeryville Location
Sprouts Farmers Market is expanding its Pennsylvania footprint with a new Montgomeryville location, which marks its second store in Montgomery County – joining its existing Upper Dublin site – and the seventh in the state, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. The grocer is aiming for a July 25 opening of the new store at…
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Vacant Big Lots Space in Northeast Philadelphia Finds New Tenant in Halal Food Market
Big Lots filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection last fall, and now a new tenant has emerged to take over the vacant space in Somerton, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. ASR Food Market, which already owns a Halal food market just a block away, has signed a long-term lease to fill the…
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2 Communities Reject Wawa and Sheetz Plans for New Stores
Wawa and Sheetz both lost territory in central Pennsylvania when a Wawa store was turned down in Cumberland County and a Sheetz store rejected by a judge in Dauphin County, writes Seth Kaplan for WHTM, as reported in yahoo! news. Both convenience store chains have been expanding their footprints in central Pennsylvania and elsewhere and…
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Plymouth Meeting Mall Adds STEM Center and Kid-Focused Fun
The Plymouth Meeting Mall has children in mind as it embraces the trend of transforming traditional retail spaces into immersive destinations. Two new tenants are set to bring a fresh dose of family-friendly interactive fun to the Montco shopping center. DreamLand Adventure will be a soft play area designed for toddlers, according to the mall’s…
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Just Across the Way, Lambertville is Treasure Trove for Antique Lovers
Just across the Delaware River, Lambertville is a prime destination for antique lovers, where they can touch, buy, and take home a piece of history, writes Emmett Brooks for the Family Destination Guide. Founded in 1705 and incorporated in 1849, the town prospered during the Industrial Revolution due to its advantageous position along the Delaware…
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Bob’s Discount Furniture Debuts in Montgomeryville with Donations to Charity
Bob’s Discount Furniture opened its newest showroom in Montgomeryville with a ribbon cutting on Friday, writes Tony Di Domizio for North Penn Now. The new 20,087-square-foot location is the retailer’s 195th store nationwide. “Bob’s Discount Furniture is excited to bring our everyday low price offering in our beautiful new store to the residents of Montgomeryville…
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Philadelphia’s Oldest Tavern Expands with New Center City Retail Store
McGillin’s Olde Ale House has expanded its footprint with a permanent retail store in Center City, just one block away from the 165-year-old bar and restaurant, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 500-square-foot space is near the site where McGillin’s operated its temporary Holiday Pop Up Shoppe for the past two years.…
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Fans Flock to Dynasty Sports Opening With Allen Iverson, Other Sports Legends
Philadelphia sports fans flocked to the grand opening of Dynasty Sports at Oxford Valley Mall on Saturday to meet several local legends, including Allen Iverson and Donovan McNabb, writes Ariel Simpson for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Iverson, the eleven-time NBA All-Star, was drafted by the 76ers with the first overall pick in 1996. He later led…
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The David’s Bridal DoorDash Partnership Takes Off with Big Numbers
King of Prussia-based David’s Bridal has joined forces with DoorDash to offer the delivery of wedding dresses, shoes, and accessories in less than an hour, writes IESHA for the Baller Alert. Brides-to-be and their guests can now order gowns and party looks from over 180 David’s Bridal stores right from their phones, with delivery speeds…
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Brooklyn-Based Jewelry Brand Catbird Arrives to Rittenhouse Square
Catbird, the Brooklyn-based jewelry brand can now add Philadelphia to its portfolio after opening its newest location in Rittenhouse Square, writes Laura Swartz for Philadelphia Magazine. The brand is known for its minimalistic aesthetic inspired by antiques and cult-favorite permanent bracelets. If you were to venture inside a Catbird store, you’ll notice different color palettes…
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IKEA Plans for Expansion Beyond Conshohocken With New Format
IKEA is ramping up its stateside growth, writes Gabe Hauari for USA Today The Swedish home furnishings brand—with its US headquarters in Conshohocken—plans to open six more U.S. locations before the end of 2025, adding to the five that have already launched this year. The company’s mix of full-size stores and smaller “Plan and Order”…
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The Ice Cream Company Founded in Philadelphia More Than Century Ago, Could Be Sold or Spun Off
Nearly 160 years ago, William Breyer started hand-churning ice cream in Philadelphia. His creation, which he sold to his neighbors, was made in a huge bucket equipped using a paddle that was operated by an outside handle. Today, Breyers is part of an $18.4 billion ice cream unit within Unilever, which is looking to sell…
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WSJ: Urban Outfitters Reports Double-Digit Sales Growth, Revenue Gains Across Its Main Brands
Despite other retailers citing macroeconomic uncertainty as causing a dampening in demand, Urban Outfitters has reported double-digit sales growth and revenue gains across its main brands in the first quarter of 2025, writes Katherine Hamilton for The Wall Street Journal. The fashion conglomerate, which owns the Anthropologie and Free People chains in addition to its…
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Sheetz Stokes Wawa Rivalry as Limerick Site Inches Closer to Development
A new Sheetz could soon rise along Ridge Pike in Limerick Township, directly across from the existing Wawa, writes Evan Brandt for the Pottstown Mercury. At last Tuesday night’s meeting, township supervisors unanimously agreed to have their solicitor draft a resolution to approve the project’s final site plan. A formal vote is set for June…
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Urban Outfitters Launches New Retail Concept Amid Nike Partnership
Urban Outfitters, as part of an ongoing effort to reposition its company, is partnering with Nike amid other popular brands, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The new retail experience is called On Rotation, and is an immersive lounge and shopping concept. Through its Nike partnership, the local Urban Outfitters will sell more…
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