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MATTHEWS, NC-Energy prices are still impacting the Family Dollar consumer, but executives hope improved employment rates and wages will help sales.
MINNEAPOLIS-The company is increasing its total projected North American store count from 1,400 stores to 1,800 units.
PARAMUS, NJ-The centers are in northern New Jersey and Long Island, and Vornado execs expect to close the deal by the end of the year.
CINCINNATI-Kroger's executives do not want to take chances entering new markets and are looking for acquisitions on the smaller end.
DEERFIELD, IL-The 5,751-store chain is on track to have 7,000 units by 2010, executives say.
NEW YORK CITY-Istithmar, a Dubai-based outfit, is buying the 34-unit luxury chain and executives see "incredible growth prospects."
COLUMBUS, OH-In addition to selling its Limited stores and marketing its Express chain, the company is looking to dispose of some real estate and other non-core assets.
OKLAHOMA CITY-Management is on track to open 180 to 190 new stores this year, as Q3 same-store sales rise 4%.