Macy's to greatly expand number of smaller stores, about a fifth the size of their mall counterparts

Macy’s is accelerating the expansion of its small-format stores as it looks to cater to shoppers seeking more convenient locations. The department store said Tuesday that it aims to add up to 30 new small format locations through the fall of 2025, bringing the total number of such stores to roughly 42. The next round of expansion starts in fall 2024. Nordstrom, Kohl’s, and Macy’s upscale chain, Bloomingdale’s, as well as big box stores like Target, have been adding small-format locations for several years. The trend gained momentum during the pandemic as more shopping shifted to the suburbs and away from cities.