Category Archives: Part 4: Store Location Planning

This sub-category encompasses trading-area analysis and site selection.

Subway Going Downhill

Posted on June 20, 2018 by bermanevansretail

Just a few years ago, the Subway chain was a fast-food dynamo. For example, see Eat Fresh at Subway and Fastest-Growing U.S. Franchisors. Even today, there are nearly 44,000 franchised outlets around the world, with 25,000 stores in the United States. But Subway is … Continue reading →

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Uncertainty with Just One Year Until Brexit Occurs

Posted on April 16, 2018 by bermanevansretail

In one year, Great Britain will officially exit the European Union. Yet, for many British retailers, questions remain. For example, as Silvia Amaro reports for CNBC: “In 365 days, the U.K. will no longer be a member of the European … Continue reading →

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How Global Wealth Is Allocated

Posted on March 14, 2018 by bermanevansretail

Income levels are important — domestically and internationally. Therefore, consider these posts — from oldest to newest. What’s Happening with the Economic Mobility of Americans? The U.S. Middle Class: Losing Some of Its Luster Globally. What We Earn by Age, … Continue reading →

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