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Miami Herald
4 days ago
- Business
- Miami Herald
Is your Walmart getting an upgrade in 2025? See list of stores in Miami area
Walmart is on a remodeling kick. The Arkansas-based retailer plans to freshen about 650 of its more than 4,600 stores nationwide. Florida should see 34 of those refurbished stores by the end of 2025, including eight in Miami-Dade and Broward counties. The store on Southwest Eighth Street in Miami's Little Havana neighborhood was completed in April. The Homestead store redo should be ready by the end of the summer. The stores don't close during the remodeling. The upgrades encompass about a tenth of Walmart's footprint in Florida. There are 387 stores in the state. Sam's Club accounts for 46 of those stores with 232 considered Walmart Supercenters, according to the company's 2025 figures. Only Texas, with 509 total stores, has more Walmarts than Florida, which edges California's 273. The upgrades include more attention-grabbing signs and displays to better showcase merchandise. Also in the works: expanded departments, and wider aisles in the pharmacy with new private screening rooms and checkout areas. Because not everyone shops inside the stores, Walmart also is expanding its online pickup and delivery areas at the refurbished locations. Also, Walmart is opening two new stores in the summer in the Pensacola area of Florida, in Milton and Pace. Where are the remodeled Walmart stores? Here are the Walmart locations getting face-lifts in 2025: Miami-Dade ▪ 6991 SW Eighth St., Miami. Done. ▪ 1499 South Dixie Hwy., Homestead. ▪ 3200 NW 79th St., Miami. ▪ 9191 W. Flagler St., Miami's Fontainbleau neighborhood. Broward ▪ 5555 W. Atlantic Blvd., Margate. ▪ 1800 S. University Dr., Miramar. ▪ 301 South State Road 7, Hollywood. ▪ 6931 NW 88th Ave., Tamarac. 'Our stores often serve as the heartbeat of the communities we operate in, and these remodels are a testament to our dedication to enhancing that role,' said Nick Berkeley, Walmart senior vice president for the Southeast Business Unit, in a statement.
Daily Mail
02-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
Walmart set to overhaul more than 650 stores in major upgrade
Walmart has revealed its ambitious plan to remodel hundreds of its retail locations across the United States and Puerto Rico this year, as part of a sweeping, multimillion-dollar investment initiative. As one of the most influential retailers in the U.S. – serving nearly every American household multiple times a year, according to DemandSage – Walmart's store revamp is expected to significantly enhance the shopping experience for millions. The upgrades aim to deliver 'improved layouts, expanded product selections and innovative technology' that will make visiting the stores 'more convenient and enjoyable.' The Arkansas-headquartered company initially shared its intentions in January, declaring its commitment to 'investing in America' through modernizing stores, opening new locations, and generating employment opportunities. The current remodeling project spans more than 650 stores in 47 states and Puerto Rico. Alongside this, Walmart plans to build or transform over 150 new stores within the next five years. These efforts, part of the company's 'Store of the Future' vision, are expected to generate 'tens of thousands of jobs supporting these projects,' Walmart confirmed. Shoppers can expect redesigned interiors featuring 'big, bold signage,' a broader product range, enhanced options for pickup and delivery, wider aisles, and private areas for pharmacy transactions. Texas will see the largest share of updated stores – 67 in total – including several in San Antonio, Houston, and the Dallas-Fort Worth region. California follows with 56 locations, such as San Jose, Sacramento, Mountain View, Bakersfield, and Modesto. North Carolina will have 41 remodels in places like Charlotte, Cary, and Asheville. Florida has 34 stores on the list, with two brand-new stores opening this year. Other states include Georgia (20 stores), Illinois (11), Michigan (14), New York (23), Ohio (23), New Jersey (4), and Pennsylvania (26). Nick Berkeley, Senior VP for Walmart's Southeast Business Unit, added: 'Our stores often serve as the heartbeat of the communities we operate in, and these remodels are a testament to our dedication to enhancing that role. By investing in our stores and associates, we are not only improving the shopping experience, but also reinforcing our commitment to being a vital part of the community's fabric, helping to build a brighter future for all.' CEO Doug McMillon also weighed in during a February earnings call: 'The work we're doing to expand our assortment is another reason for our growth, as more customers are finding what they're looking for.' Want more stories like this from the Daily Mail? Hit the follow button above for more of the news you need.
Yahoo
27-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Rogersville and Unicoi Walmart stores getting new look, items
ROGERSVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) —Two local Walmart stores will undergo significant upgrades to fulfill the company's objective of renovating 650 locations across the United States. Twenty-four Walmart locations in Tennessee will be remodeled, including the ones in Rogersville at 4331 Highway 66 S and Unicoi at 110 Rocky Bottom Drive. Auntie Ruth's Doughnuts celebrating National Pretzel Day on Tuesday with free pretzels According to a statement from a Walmart spokesperson, the planned renovations will enhance customers' shopping experience: New Look: Big, bold signage. Exciting new displays to better showcase merchandise. More Selection: Expanded departments. New items. More of what customers are looking for. Expanding Online Pickup & Delivery: To fulfill the growing number of online customer orders. Rethinking Our Pharmacy: Wider aisles. New private screening room. Privacy checkout areas. To view pictures of other Walmart locations that have undergone similar remodels, click here. 'Our stores often serve as the heartbeat of the communities we operate in, and these remodels are a testament to our dedication to enhancing that role,' said Nick Berkeley, Walmart senior vice president of the Southeast Business Unit. 'By investing in our stores and associates, we are not only improving the shopping experience but also reinforcing our commitment to being a vital part of the community's fabric, helping to build a brighter future for all.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Newsweek
24-04-2025
- Business
- Newsweek
Hundreds of Walmart Stores To Be Remodeled This Year. Here's Where
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Retail giant Walmart on Wednesday unveiled details of its planned nationwide remodeling and investment efforts this year, a multimillion-dollar project that will see over 650 stores across the U.S. and Puerto Rico get a significant upgrade. Why It Matters With thousands of stores selling anything from fresh produce to firearms, Walmart already has a massive presence in the U.S., where nearly 19 out of 20 people are estimated to visit the retailer at least twice a year, according to DemandSage. The planned remodeling of hundreds of its stores in the country would impact thousands of American customers, promising to offer them "improved layouts, expanded product selections and innovative technology" that would make shopping "more convenient and enjoyable." What To Know The Arkansas-based retailer first announced plans to remodel more than 650 of its stores in 47 states and Puerto Rico back in January, when it said it was "investing in America" with modernizing efforts, new stores, and new jobs. The company said it is planning to build or convert more than 150 stores in the next five years, while also continuing its program to remodel existing stores following the concept of the "Store of the Future." The remodeling will take place throughout 2025 and will create "tens of thousands of jobs supporting these projects," Walmart said. The initiative includes a new look for the stores, which would have "big, bold signage"; an expanded selection of products on sale on the shelves; more options for its online pickup and delivery services; wider aisles and privacy checkout areas in Walmart's pharmacies. Texas will have the highest number of remodeled stores, 67, including seven locations in San Antonio, five in Houston, and two in Dallas-Fort Worth. It will be followed by California with 56 remodeled stores, including in San Jose, Sacramento, Mountain View, Bakersfield, and Modesto. North Carolina has a total of 41 stores set to be revamped, including in Charlotte, Cary, Fayetteville, Asheville, Winston-Salem, and Durham. Thirty-four stores will be remodeled in Florida—where two new stores are set to open later this year—20 in Georgia, 11 in Illinois, 14 in Michigan, 23 each in New York and Ohio, four in New Jersey, and 26 in Pennsylvania. Here are renderings provided by Walmart of what the remodeled stores will look like. 1 of 6 Newsweek contacted Walmart for comment by email on Thursday early morning, outside of standard working hours. What People Are Saying Walmart said in a press release about the remodeling: "Customers love this concept in the places we've already rolled it out, and we're excited to transition more and more of our fleet." Nick Berkeley, Walmart senior vice president for the Southeast Business Unit, said in a statement reported by several news media: "Our stores often serve as the heartbeat of the communities we operate in, and these remodels are a testament to our dedication to enhancing that role. "By investing in our stores and associates, we are not only improving the shopping experience, but also reinforcing our commitment to being a vital part of the community's fabric, helping to build a brighter future for all." Walmart president and CEO Doug McMillon said during an earnings call in February: "The work we're doing to expand our assortment is another reason for our growth, as more customers are finding what they're looking for." What Happens Next Walmart has not provided an estimated completion date for each remodeling project, but these should all be finished by the end of the year. The company has also not detailed the cost of the remodeling, but said that it is a multimillion dollar project. McMillon was among the U.S. top retail leaders who met President Donald Trump this week to discuss the feared impact his administration's import tariffs might have on their businesses, which are threatened by rising costs that they might in turn push on to consumers. According to Reuters, a Walmart spokesperson said on Monday of the meeting: "We had a productive meeting with President Trump and his team and appreciated the opportunity to share our insights."
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Walmart renovating 5 Arkansas locations; here's where and what they will look like
BENTONVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Walmart plans to remodel hundreds of stores and has announced which locations will be renovated to reflect its 'Store of the Future' concept. Walmart previously announced plans in January 2024 to invest in the remodeling of 650 store locations across 47 states and Puerto Rico, a move the company said would create tens of thousands of jobs to support the projects. On Wednesday, the retail giant announced which locations would be renovated, with five locations in Arkansas: City Store Address Fayetteville 619 N Garland Avenue Suite 363 Crossett 910 Unity Road Blytheville 3700 E Highway 18 Trumann 512 Industrial Park Drive Mountain View 409 Sylamore Avenue 'Our stores often serve as the heartbeat of the communities we operate in, and these remodels are a testament to our dedication to enhancing that role,' Nick Berkeley, Walmart Senior Vice President for the Southeast Business Unit, said in a news release on Wednesday. 'By investing in our stores and associates, we are not only improving the shopping experience but also reinforcing our commitment to being a vital part of the community's fabric, helping to build a brighter future for all.' Sam's Club plans to open 15 new locations a year, CEO says The company said the remodels will 're-imagine' and update the in-store experience with new signage, bigger displays for merchandise, larger departments, expanded online delivery and pickup, new items and 'more of what customers are looking for.' Walmart also said it will be 'rethinking' its pharmacies with wider aisles, new screening rooms and privacy check-out areas. The retail giant posted renderings of the 'Walmart Store of the Future,' which show updates to the apparel, baby, pet and home departments, along with the bakery and grocery. For more information on the renovations, visit Walmart's website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
