BJ’s Wholesale Club opened its first Texas gas station in Forney on April 17, 2026, marking the company’s entry into the state’s market. The 11150 E US Highway 80 location is BJ’s 264th club and 202nd gas station, and it will serve as a launchpad for the company’s planned expansion of three additional Texas clubs in the coming weeks.
The station is part of a broader expansion plan that includes a club opening on April 24 and additional clubs in Waxahachie, Southwest Fort Worth, Grand Prairie, and a later Mesquite location. This aligns with BJ’s strategy to replicate its East Coast density model in the Dallas‑Fort Worth market.
The opening adds a new revenue stream and strengthens BJ’s presence in the region, where it competes with Costco and Sam’s Club. The company also donated $25,000 to the Forney Food Pantry, underscoring its community engagement.
BJ’s recent financial performance supports the expansion. In Q4 fiscal 2025, the company reported earnings per share of $0.96, beating the consensus estimate of $0.93 by $0.03, and revenue of $5.58 billion, exceeding the $5.54 billion estimate. The results were driven by strong membership fee income, which rose 10.9% YoY, and a 31% increase in digitally enabled comparable sales, offsetting a 50‑basis‑point decline in merchandise gross margin.
Management highlighted the significance of the Texas launch. Bob Eddy, Chairman and CEO, said, "Launching our Texas operations is a milestone for our company, and we know our model of saving up to 25 percent off grocery store prices every day will resonate with families in Forney and across the Dallas‑Fort Worth area. We're energized by the enthusiasm we've seen in the community and are eager to welcome families to BJ's." He added, "We reported a strong start to the year, demonstrating the power of our model and continued momentum in our long‑term growth priorities."
The company’s guidance for fiscal 2026 reflects confidence in continued growth. Comparable club sales, excluding gasoline, are expected to rise 2.0% to 3.0% YoY, and adjusted EPS is projected between $4.40 and $4.60. Bill Werner, Executive Vice President of Strategy and Development, noted, "Our momentum remains strong as we continue to bring unbeatable value and convenience to new communities. We're on track to open our first clubs in the Dallas‑Fort Worth area in 2026 and look forward to bringing BJ's Wholesale Club to even more families in 2026 and beyond."
The Texas expansion is part of a broader plan to open 25–30 new clubs over the next two fiscal years, positioning BJ’s to capture market share in a region dominated by established warehouse clubs. The company’s strong membership base, digital sales growth, and disciplined cost management underpin its ability to sustain margin compression while pursuing aggressive expansion.
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