This document discusses different store-based retail formats. It identifies convenience stores, supermarkets, food-based superstores, and limited-line stores as food-based retailers. For general merchandise retailers it outlines specialty stores, full-line discount stores, factory outlets, membership clubs, flea markets, off-price chains, and traditional department stores. The document provides brief descriptions of each retail format's characteristics including store size, product assortments, pricing, and target customers.