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      "text": "FND always pitched that its \"Unparalleled Customer Value Proposition\" and its \"Competitive Strength\" is its large in-stock assortment of product that differentiates the Company from competitors. If that is the case, why is FND now straying from this long-held strategy and guiding that 25% - 30% of new stores opened in 2024 will be smaller format. At its 2022 Investor Day, FND also said that large stores allowed it to flex merchandising mix with trends. Therefore, we expect that new smaller stores will limit FND's flexibility and increase the risk of being off-trend with customers.",
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      "text": "One-Stop Project Destination with Immediate Availability. We carry an extensive range of products, including flooring and decorative accessories, as well as installation materials and tools, to fulfill a customer's entire flooring project. In addition, we have adjacent categories such as vanities, bathroom accessories, shower doors, and custom countertops. Our stores carry a large in-stock assortment and job size quantities to differentiate us from our competitors. — Floor & Decor 10-K",
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