New Florida grocery space outpacing the rest of the nation

State ranks fifth in the U.S. for new food outlets


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Publix Super Markets Inc. is among several grocery chains that have been expanding in Florida in recent years
Publix Super Markets Inc. is among several grocery chains that have been expanding in Florida in recent years
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If it seems like there are more places than ever to buy food, it’s not your imagination: There are more grocery stores in the Sunshine State than ever before, and the retail segment is getting larger.

Although the number of grocery openings were down significantly last year nationwide, Florida saw a 6% gain in 2017 for grocery square footage, according to a new study by commercial real estate brokerage firm JLL.

 

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