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> I just returned from visiting my brother-in-law in Napa, CA, and was
> amazed that Whole Foods is building a store right next to Trader Joes
> in Napa. Customers are probably rejoicing, but would a store want to
> locate right next door to their "rival" where people can easily
> comparison shop? Maybe Whole Foods has intentions on buying Trader
> Joes. Would Whole Foods have deeper pockets than Trader Joes, and win
> in a price war?

Actually, having two (or more) stores right near each other can result
in more business for all.

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