THE MARKETS

The Markets is a strong, independent grocery chain.The company is based in Bellingham, Washington and operates 20 stores within the state of Washington. The stores are operated under the following banners: Food Pavilion, Cost Cutter, Save on Foods and Everson Market. The stores are in superior locations in terms of: population growth, supermarket demand versus capacity and long-term profit potential. Additionally, the stores have an appealing assortment of fresh values and choices with expansive offerings that appeal to diverse markets with local and ethnic assortments and merchandising.