German discount grocer Aldi is ramping up its US expansion, planning to open more than 200 stores in 2025, according to The Wall Street Journal.
The move will make Aldi the nation’s fastest-growing retailer after the two major dollar-store chains.
Executives say the push responds to inflation-weary shoppers seeking affordable groceries, organic produce, and quality meats.
Aldi keeps prices low by cutting costs—products are stocked directly in crates, saving labor. Nearly 90% of its items are private label, offering value without the big-brand markups.
The grocer is also taking on one of its boldest challenges yet: opening its largest New York City store near Times Square in 2026. The 25,000-square-foot location will cater to both tourists and residents in one of America’s most expensive markets.
Aldi, now the US’s third-largest grocery chain with over 2,500 stores, plans to add 800 more by 2028.