| Big-Box Retailers |
Large retail stores offering a mix of general merchandise and groceries. |
Walmart Supercenter, Target, Meijer, Home Depot, Lowe’s |
| Supermarkets |
Specialize in groceries, fresh produce, and household essentials. |
Trader Joe’s, Kroger, Stop & Shop, ShopRite, Safeway |
| Discount Stores |
Offer a range of products at lower prices by focusing on cost-efficiency and bulk purchases. |
Dollar General, Family Dollar, Big Lots, Five Below |
| Warehouse Clubs |
Membership-based stores offering bulk quantities at discounted prices. |
Costco, Sam’s Club, BJ’s Wholesale |
| Department Stores |
Large stores offering a variety of goods like clothing, accessories, home goods, and cosmetics. Focus on brand names and customer service. |
Macy’s, Nordstrom, Kohl’s, Dillard’s, Bloomingdale’s |
| Off-Price Retailers |
Sell overstock or out-of-season goods at steep discounts. |
T.J.Maxx, Marshalls, Ross Stores, Burlington, HomeGoods |
| Specialty Stores |
Focus on a particular category like electronics, books, or apparel. |
Best Buy, Foot Locker, Sephora, GameStop, Barnes & Noble |
| Convenience Stores |
Small stores focusing on snacks, drinks, and essentials for quick purchases. |
7-Eleven, Circle K, Wawa, QuikTrip, Cumberland Farms |
| Luxury Stores |
High-end stores offering designer brands, premium goods, and exclusive services. |
Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bergdorf Goodman |