In 2025, several large and smaller retail chains in the US have closed hundreds of stores across the country. This trend will continue in 2026 staggered closures at companies like Kroger, Macy’s, Carter’s and Yankee Candleamong other things.
Accordingly Business InsiderIn 2025, there were nearly 4,100 store closures in the United States. At least 270 more closures are already planned by 2026, primarily as part of restructuring and cost-cutting plans. in the United States.
According to the media, it is available for this year At least 270 store closures are planned in the country. The most important closures include:
Accordingly Business Insiderthe closures primarily respond to operational efficiency and cost reduction strategies.
Additionally, companies like Macy’s, Yankee Candle and REI said these decisions were part of their decisions Transitioning to a more digital modeland provides more resources to its e-commerce platforms.
More companies announced they will close stores in the U.S. between 2025 and 2026, such as Wendy’s faces a decline in sales. The company estimates that in addition to the 240 stores it closed in 2024, about 5% of its stores would close, representing about 300 stores.
A well-known low-cost fashion chain in the USA also joined the store closures, but permanently. It’s about Primwhich announced to its customers via social networks that it was saying goodbye to them and the country after more than a decade of operation.
As part of its farewell sale, the company is offering great discounts on all of its goods of up to 50%, with gift cards and loyalty points also available for use. All branches will be closed on December 23, 2025.
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