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Wayfair Announces First Florida Store in Fort Lauderdale, Opening in 2027
Wayfair Inc. (NYSE: W), the destination for all things home, today announced it will open its first large-format store in Florida at Galleria Fort Lauderdale, as part of the center's comprehensive redevelopment. Scheduled to open in late 2027, the new location will span approximately 94,000 square feet across two levels, marking a significant milestone in Wayfair's continued physical retail expansion.
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