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World Market runs 239 stores in the U.S. that sell a mix of unique furniture, decor, and international foods. Products are sourced globally from artisans and small producers, offering eclectic items at competitive prices. Customers can shop in stores or online, with curbside pickup and seasonal promotions to improve convenience and value. The goal is to help customers furnish their homes with distinctive, affordable goods while making shopping easy through omnichannel options.
About World Market
Industries
Food & Agriculture
Design
Consumer Goods
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Oakland, California
Founded
1958
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- World Market opened Annapolis Plaza on June 26 and Gresham Station on July 24, 2026.
- Affirm checkout and new AI planning improve conversion, inventory turns, and basket size.
- Nationwide 247-store distribution for Gabrick BBQ on July 10 proves vendor demand and reach.
What critics are saying
- World Market's store list showed 0 locations on August 7, 2026, signaling site dysfunction.
- Target and HomeGoods crush World Market on assortment breadth, traffic, and pricing power.
- A failed omnichannel pivot or lease-driven closures would break its specialty-import model by 2027.
What makes World Market unique
- World Market combines furniture, décor, gourmet foods, and international goods in one basket.
- The chain sells many exclusives sourced through artisans and regional import networks.
- RELEX renewal in April 2026 gives World Market data-driven forecasting across stores and e-commerce.
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Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Flexible Work Hours
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Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Wellness Program
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Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
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↑ 10%World Market moves to new location across Gresham Station. Published 12:21 pm Friday, July 24, 2026 World Market has opened in its new location at Gresham Station Shopping Center. (Christopher Keizur/The Outlook) A popular retail store featuring an eclectic array of imported housewares, furniture, décor, and specialty foods has officially made its move. World Market shifted across Gresham Station Shopping Center - the store used to be at 989 NW 12th Street and is now at 1090 Norman Avenue. That moves the business to the other end of the popular outdoor shopping center. The location is more prominent, and places World Market next to Best Buy, one of the central entries, and the new East County Library. The new location had a grand opening Friday, July 24, after being temporarily closed for several weeks during the move. The Gresham location is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday-Friday; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday. World Market (née Cost Plus World Market) was founded in 1958 as a small import business on San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf. Since it has grown into a nationwide retail brand with more than 240 stores across the country - there are six in Oregon.
Gabrick BBQ Sauce Co. selected by World Market to represent Texas barbecue across 247 stores in 38 states. July 10, 2026 AUSTIN, Texas - Gabrick BBQ Sauce Co. announced today that World Market has selected the company to represent the Texas region of barbecue sauces with the nationwide launch of its signature Texas Tang(R) BBQ Sauce and Candy Jalapeño(R) BBQ Sauce. The products are now available in all 247 World Market stores spanning 38 states, giving customers across the country access to authentic Texas barbecue flavors. For founder Mark Gabrick, the announcement marks another milestone in a journey that began during one of the most challenging periods in the company's history. "When our restaurant was forced to close during the pandemic, we made the decision to pivot instead of quit," said Mark Gabrick, founder of Gabrick BBQ Sauce Co. "We poured everything we knew about Texas barbecue into our sauces, and it's incredibly rewarding to see them chosen by a national retailer like World Market." The two sauces selected for the rollout showcase distinct expressions of Texas barbecue. Texas Tang(R) BBQ Sauce is crafted with simple, natural ingredients, sweetened with honey, and uniquely made with chicken broth to deliver a smooth, thinner consistency that complements barbecue instead of overpowering it. Its signature balance of sweetness, tang, and gentle heat has made it a favorite for brisket, pulled pork, ribs, and barbecue sandwiches. Candy Jalapeño(R) BBQ Sauce blends real jalapeños with a touch of sweetness to create a bold yet approachable flavor profile. With a mild-to-medium level of heat, the sauce delivers layers of sweet and spicy flavor that pair equally well with ribs, chicken, burgers, and grilled favorites. The World Market launch continues the company's rapid growth since earning recognition as a 2021 winner of H-E-B's Quest for Texas Best, one of the state's most competitive food product competitions. Today, Gabrick BBQ Sauce Co. products are carried in more than 250 H-E-B stores, Scheels Sporting Goods, the Faire wholesale marketplace, and approximately 800 independent retailers throughout the United States. Founded in Texas, Gabrick BBQ Sauce Co. is committed to producing authentic barbecue sauces using quality ingredients and traditional Texas flavor profiles while remaining true to the craftsmanship that built the brand. Consumers can find Texas Tang(R) BBQ Sauce and Candy Jalapeño(R) BBQ Sauce at World Market locations nationwide and online while supplies last. About Gabrick BBQ Sauce Co. Gabrick BBQ Sauce Co. is a Texas-based producer of premium barbecue sauces and seasonings inspired by authentic Central Texas barbecue traditions. Founded after the company's restaurant closed during the COVID-19 pandemic, the family-owned business has grown into a nationally distributed brand with products available through major retailers and hundreds of independent stores across the United States. Gabrick BBQ Sauce Co. is best known for its award-winning Texas Tang(R) BBQ Sauce and Candy Jalapeño(R) BBQ Sauce. Media Contact Mark Gabrick Founder Gabrick BBQ Sauce Co. 512-761-0284 [email protected] www.GabrickBBQ.com
World Market to open new Annapolis store at Annapolis Plaza. World Market will open its newest Maryland store at Annapolis Plaza on Friday, June 26, bringing its mix of globally inspired furniture, home décor, gifts, gourmet foods, and international products to Jennifer Road. The new store will be located at 160 Jennifer Road, Suite A, in Annapolis Plaza. The opening is part of World Market's continued Mid-Atlantic expansion and investment in brick-and-mortar retail. Grand opening weekend. The Annapolis store will open with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 9:45 a.m. Friday, June 26. Grand opening festivities will continue throughout the weekend with complimentary food and beverage tastings, giveaways, special savings and surprise finds. The store will be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, June 26; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, June 27; and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, June 28. What shoppers can expect. World Market is known for an changing selection of furniture, home décor, kitchenware, gifts, specialty foods, coffee, tea, wine accessories and international goods. Many items are exclusive to the retailer and sourced through a network of individual and regional artisans developed over more than 50 years in the import business. The Annapolis Plaza opening gives local shoppers another home and lifestyle retail option near Annapolis Mall and Jennifer Square, an area that continues to see new retail and restaurant activity.
World Market to advance forecasting and replenishment capabilities with RELEX. Apr 30, 2026 - 2 min Specialty retailer renews collaboration with RELEX to support AI-driven planning and continued growth World Market, a specialty retailer known for its curated assortment of gourmet international foods and exclusive home furnishings has renewed and expanded its footprint with RELEX Solutions. The multi-year agreement builds on a relationship established in 2021 and includes machine learning-based forecasting, as well as replenishment and space planning capabilities. Founded in 1958, World Market has grown from a small import business in San Francisco into a nationwide retailer with nearly 250 stores across the United States. The Company offers a distinctive mix of international gourmet foods, décor, furniture, and gifts requiring nuanced forecasting and space allocation across a broad and constantly evolving assortment. Since first implementing RELEX forecasting, replenishment, and space planning capabilities, World Market has strengthened its planning processes and moved away from legacy systems and manual workflows. The RELEX platform supports more consistent and accurate, data-informed forecasting and replenishment across stores and e-Commerce fulfillment channels, helping teams respond more effectively to changing customer demand and better align decisions across operations and merchandising teams. "We're pleased to continue our partnership with RELEX as we build on the progress we've made over the past several years," said Eric Hunter, CEO at World Market. "As we continue to evolve our planning capabilities, we're focused on improving how we manage our assortment and support our stores with more accurate, data-driven decisions." "World Market has been a strong partner, and this renewal reflects the strength of our long-term collaboration," said Keith Adams, SVP, RELEX Solutions. "We look forward to supporting their continued evolution with advanced capabilities across forecasting and replenishment, while helping bring greater alignment across planning processes."
Through a recent partnership with Affirm, World Market consumers can now access flexible biweekly or monthly payment plans at the chain's 246 locations nationwide and online at checkout.
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About World Market
Industries
Food & Agriculture
Design
Consumer Goods
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Oakland, California
Founded
1958
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