Walk into a Costco in Tokyo or line up for a Chick-fil-A sandwich in Dubai, and you’re not just a customer—you’re part of a carefully crafted experience. These brands—Chick-fil-A, Costco, Starbucks, Ikea, Crocs, Dollar General, Sephora, Target, Airbnb, and Home Depot—don’t just sell products; they shape lifestyles and build loyalty that spans continents. Their success hinges on a blend of psychology, data, and cultural adaptability, turning everyday transactions into global movements. This is the story of how they dominate retail, their projected growth over the next five years (2025–2030), and the regions poised for their biggest expansions.
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