Why are brands like Batteries Plus opening dozens of new stores—even when their products are easy to sell online?

In this episode of What’s In Store?, Karly Iacono and Chris Ressa explore why specialty retailers are continuing to invest in brick-and-mortar growth in 2025.

💡 You’ll learn:

• The surprising economics behind in-store pricing and returns

• Why convenience isn’t just about online delivery

• What physical retail offers that online channels can’t replicate

• Which niche retailers are expanding—and why it’s working

Whether you’re a retail real estate investor or just curious about the strategy behind store growth, this episode offers insight into why physical locations remain essential—even for small, shippable products.

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