Some Wal-Marts going upscale

Some Wal-Marts going upscale
Tags: Department Stores, Retail - General, Retail - Warehouse, Store Design & Layout, Supermarkets & Grocery Stores
February 24, 2008

Austin Business Journal: Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is going high-end. In some markets, such as the Dallas area, the retailer is upgrading its image to more closely fit the area's demographics. While some may welcome Wal-Mart's attempt at deviating from the big-box feel, still others say a fancy Wal-Mart is still a wolf in sheep's clothing. Regardless, Wal-Mart is making an attempt to spruce up its facade in many locations, going so far as to put in posh coffee shops and sushi bars to appeal to a higher-income demographic.