Big Box Retailers: Definition and Examples

Definition of Big Box Retailers As mentioned, big box retailers are defined by their large retail spaces, typically over 50,000 square feet. They carry a broad and deep assortment of merchandise, offer low prices, and provide a one-stop shopping experience.

The physical size of their stores allows them to buy inventory in bulk from manufacturers and obtain discounts that translate into lower prices for consumers.

Types of Big Box Retailers (General and Specialty) There are two main types of big box retailers: General Merchandise Retailers: These retailers sell a very wide variety of product categories including apparel, home goods, electronics, toys, grocery, etc. Examples are Walmart, Target, Kmart, and Meijer.

Specialty Retailers: These retailers specialize in specific product categories. Examples include home improvement retailers like Home Depot and Lowe’s, office supply stores like Staples and Office Depot, pet supplies retailer PetSmart, arts and crafts retailers Michael’s and Hobby Lobby, and many others…