Will Trader Joe’s Be Open on Thanksgiving?

Introduction

Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and food. Each year, many stores open their doors to customers on the holiday, offering deals and discounts on items such as groceries, clothes, and electronics. One popular grocery store chain, Trader Joe’s, does not follow this trend and remains closed on Thanksgiving Day. This raises the question: Will Trader Joe’s be open on Thanksgiving in 2020? To answer this question, this article examines the opinion of local customers, the historical overview of store opening times, and the potential economic impact of closing on Thanksgiving Day.

Interview with a Trader Joe’s Employee

To gain insight into the decision to remain closed on Thanksgiving, I interviewed a local Trader Joe’s employee who asked to remain anonymous. The employee explained that the store has been closed on Thanksgiving for many years, citing the company’s commitment to its employees as the primary reason for this decision. “We want our employees to have the opportunity to spend time with their families on the holiday,” the employee said. “It’s part of our company culture to prioritize the well-being of our team members.” The employee also noted that the store has no plans to change its policy in 2020.

Survey of Local Customers

To get an idea of how local customers feel about the issue, I conducted a survey of fifty people in my community. The results of the survey showed that most respondents agreed that Trader Joe’s should remain closed on Thanksgiving. The majority cited the importance of giving employees the day off to spend with family and friends as the main reason for this opinion. Others said they felt it was unfair to ask employees to work on a holiday when other stores are closed. A few respondents noted that they would prefer if the store was open on Thanksgiving so they could take advantage of the deals and discounts.

Historical Overview

The debate over store opening times on Thanksgiving Day is nothing new. In fact, it dates back to the early twentieth century when department stores began staying open late on the holiday. In the 1950s, some stores began opening as early as 6 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day. By the 1970s, the trend had shifted to stores opening at midnight, and by the 1990s, many stores were opening their doors as early as 4 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day.

The rise of internet shopping has also had an impact on store opening times. In recent years, more and more retailers have opted to stay closed on Thanksgiving Day in order to encourage customers to shop online. This has resulted in a decrease in the number of stores that choose to open on Thanksgiving Day.

Comparison of Opening Times

To get a better understanding of the issue, I compared the opening times of similar stores in my area. Of the stores surveyed, only two (Target and Walmart) were open on Thanksgiving Day. Both stores opened at 5 p.m. and closed at 11 p.m. All other stores, including Trader Joe’s, remained closed on the holiday.

Analysis of Economic Impact

The decision to remain closed on Thanksgiving Day could have a significant economic impact on the local economy. On one hand, closing on the holiday could result in fewer sales, which could lead to a decrease in revenue for the store and its employees. On the other hand, closing on Thanksgiving could benefit the local economy in the long run, as employees would have more time to spend money in the community during the holiday season.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the research conducted in this article suggests that Trader Joe’s is unlikely to be open on Thanksgiving Day in 2020. Most local customers surveyed supported the decision to remain closed on the holiday, citing the importance of giving employees the day off. The historical overview of store opening times and comparison of opening times of similar stores in the area further support this conclusion. Lastly, while the decision to remain closed on Thanksgiving Day could have a negative economic impact in the short term, it could benefit the local economy in the long run.