Observed Signal · Nov 11, 2026 · Corporate Update · Source: RetailStat · Impact: 3/5
Aldi's Winn-Dixie Conversions: Where the Grocer Is Going All In
RetailStat's November 2026 analysis reveals that Aldi has converted 162 former Winn-Dixie and Harveys supermarkets into Aldi stores as of October 2026, with 28 additional conversions announced, totaling 190 identified locations against a plan of approximately 220 by 2027. Florida accounts for 71% of open conversions (115 stores), with Tampa Bay/Polk leading at 28, followed by Jacksonville (15) and New Orleans (12). The analysis shows that 69% of converted Aldi stores have a Publix within three miles, while only 11% have a surviving Winn-Dixie nearby, highlighting significant competitive shifts in Southeast grocery markets. RetailStat offers a two-page location intelligence report detailing conversion activity, market concentration, and implications for grocery-anchored real estate.
This analysis provides critical location intelligence on Aldi's aggressive Southeast expansion, revealing market-specific conversion patterns and competitive dynamics that directly impact grocery site selection and retail real estate investment decisions.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- As of October 2026, RetailStat identified 162 operating Aldi conversions from former Winn-Dixie and Harveys stores, plus 28 announced but not yet open, totaling 190 against a plan of approximately 220 by 2027.
- Florida accounts for 71% of open conversions (115 stores), with Tampa Bay/Polk leading at 28, followed by Jacksonville (15) and New Orleans (12).
- 69% of converted Aldi stores have a Publix within three miles, while only 11% have a surviving Winn-Dixie within the same radius.
- In Jacksonville, conversions represent more than half of Aldi's store footprint, whereas Charlotte has only one conversion among 37 Aldi stores.
- RetailStat offers a two-page location intelligence report on conversion activity, market concentration, and competitive proximity.
Connected Companies & Entities
“Aldi is the grocer executing the conversion of former Winn-Dixie and Harveys stores into Aldi locations across the Southeast.”
“Winn-Dixie is the former supermarket chain whose locations are being converted to Aldi stores, with some surviving locations still operating...”
“RetailStat is the publisher of the analysis and provides location intelligence data and reports on retail openings, closings, and conversion...”
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