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Lidl and Aldi Go Head to Head in New Market

Lidl and Aldi Go Head to Head in New Market


LACEY, NJ
Wednesday, September 11th, 2019

Two retailers went head to head in Lacey earlier this week. Both Lidl and Aldi opened their doors to hundreds of eager shoppers on the same day, spurring what appears to be a grocery war. app. dubbed Route 9 “ground zero” due to the fact that other heavyweights Walmart and ShopRite are also within close confines of each other.

Timothy McDonald, Mayor, Lacey"It's the grocery store wars and I think it's great," said Lacey Mayor Timothy McDonald. "Four grocery stores within a mile of each other, I think it's going to be good for Lacey residents." McDonald believes that with the new openings, prices would go down for Lacey shoppers, according to app.

Route 9 as become "ground zero" for the grocery store showdown with Lidl and Aldi entering the fray

The Ocean County store is Lidl’s first stake in the area, but its fifth in New Jersey. This will be Aldi’s 51st in New Jersey, following recent announcements in Florida. Patch reported that Lidl moved its opening date to coincide with Aldi’s, igniting a friendly competition acknowledged by both representatives.

Residents applaud the new store openings, giving them more opportunities, convenience, and selection than previously provided. Especially when both retailers provide their own brand products that deliver on the platform of quality, fresh, and affordable.

The new Ocean County store will be Lidl’s fifth store, and Aldi’s 51st store in New Jersey

Chandler Ebeier, Senior Public Relations Specialist, Lidl"With that, we are really able to ensure high quality products and also incredible prices,” Chandler Ebeier, Senior Public Relations Specialist, stated. Ebeier also commented on selection through Lidl's bakery, providing fresh and quality goods right at the store front. "The fresh bakery is definitely a standout for us."

The stores also upped (or possibly downed?) the layout during construction—each store has just five aisles to peruse. With the low prices already, Aldi believes that it's made shopping a breeze for consumers.

"You don't need a coupon or a shopping card," Tom Fangras, Aldi’s Director of Operations, Pennsylvania, said in regards to the construction. "It is a very easy shopping experience for everyone."

Keep reading Deli Market News as we follow retailers and their moves into the U.S.

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