Discount retailer Ollie’s adds Big Lots stores, and a jewelry seller retreats from malls - MarketWatch
1. OLLI is acquiring 40 Big Lots stores to expand its footprint. 2. Economic uncertainty leads retailers to prioritize value, benefiting discount stores like OLLI. 3. OLLI's stock rose 11.8%, marking a positive trend for the year. 4. The company plans to open 75 new stores in 2025, up from 50. 5. OLLI’s Q4 sales grew 2.8% but fell short of analyst expectations.