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Odd Lots: How Aldi Strategizes to Lower Grocery Costs (Podcast)
Friday, July 3, 2026
Aldi opened a store near Times Square in Manhattan in June, marking the company's first Midtown location. Scott Patton, Aldi's US Chief Commercial Officer, said the company uses shorter trucks to navigate New York City streets as part of its strategy to operate in the dense urban area. The episode features an interview with Patton about the store's opening and Aldi's operational approach in the location.
