Aldi Plans to Open More Than 30 New Stores Across 12 States, and Shoppers Are So Excited
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Aldi shoppers, it's time to get excited! A brand new day is upon us, and it's bound to be equal parts affordable and delicious, because Aldi announced plans to open 33 new stores across 12 states. This is glorious news to loyal fans of the discount grocery chain and Aldi-curious folks alike!
This isn't the first time that the popular grocery store declared its plans to open lots of new locations. Recently, Aldi said it would be opening 225 new stores by the end of the year, which is just one stop on the way to its bigger goal of opening 800 stores by the end of 2028. That's a lot of new stores in a relatively short time — but we're not complaining!
2025 is almost halfway through, and Aldi has already opened stores in plenty of states this year. Stores have sprouted up all over the country, including locations in Alabama, Florida, Missouri, Nebraska, New York, and the list goes on and on.
Believe it or not, Aldi already holds the title of the third-largest grocery chain in the country with more than 2,400 stores nationwide. One hundred and twenty of those stores were opened in 2024, a sign that business is booming for Aldi.
If you've never been to an Aldi store, you have so much to look forward to on your first trip! Aldi is known for its impressively low prices on grocery, kitchen, and home items, but never at the expense of quality. The store offers an incredible bakery, plenty of artisanal cheeses, old-school pasta, and an often robust selection of wine. Seriously, what's not to love?Keep your eyes open for a new Aldi destination popping up in your area. Even if it isn't part of these newly-announced stores, there may be another Aldi on its way to you soon.
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