#store-closures

[ follow ]
#consumer-behavior

Walgreens plans to close 1,200 stores, with 500 locations shuttering in the next year

Walgreens plans to close 1,200 stores in three years, with significant closures driven by profit decline and changing consumer behavior.

Dozens of stores you once loved that don't exist anymore

The decline of foot traffic and rise of e-commerce have caused many traditional retail stores to close permanently.

7-Eleven to close over 400 stores in North America

7-Eleven is closing 444 underperforming stores to adapt to inflation and shifting consumer behavior.

Walgreens to take a hard look at underperforming stores, could shutter hundreds more

Walgreens is finalizing a plan to potentially close a significant portion of underperforming stores, with CEO Tim Wentworth stating changes are imminent for about 25% of stores.

Walgreens plans to close 1,200 stores, with 500 locations shuttering in the next year

Walgreens plans to close 1,200 stores in three years, with significant closures driven by profit decline and changing consumer behavior.

Dozens of stores you once loved that don't exist anymore

The decline of foot traffic and rise of e-commerce have caused many traditional retail stores to close permanently.

7-Eleven to close over 400 stores in North America

7-Eleven is closing 444 underperforming stores to adapt to inflation and shifting consumer behavior.

Walgreens to take a hard look at underperforming stores, could shutter hundreds more

Walgreens is finalizing a plan to potentially close a significant portion of underperforming stores, with CEO Tim Wentworth stating changes are imminent for about 25% of stores.
moreconsumer-behavior
#bankruptcy

2,000 employees to lose jobs as LL Flooring, formerly Lumber Liquidators, ceases operations

LL Flooring is winding down operations and closing all stores, resulting from bankruptcy and a challenging economic environment.

Rite Aid closing dozens of additional stores. Here's where.

Rite Aid is closing additional stores as part of its bankruptcy exit strategy.

American Freight is closing all of its stores. Bankruptcy filing warns of possible paycheck delays for laid-off employees

Franchise Group is closing American Freight amidst bankruptcy filings to strengthen other brands and reduce debt.

Big Lots is closing more stores: Full list of locations across 25 states in October Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing

Big Lots is rapidly closing stores to stabilize operations amid financial troubles.

Buybuy Baby is officially closing its doors to offer online shopping only

buybuy Baby is transitioning to an online-only model, closing all physical stores due to shifting consumer preferences and financial challenges.

Red Lobster closing restaurants: List and map of 23 more doomed locations across 15 states in August 2024

Red Lobster continues to close underperforming locations to stabilize its finances after filing for bankruptcy.

2,000 employees to lose jobs as LL Flooring, formerly Lumber Liquidators, ceases operations

LL Flooring is winding down operations and closing all stores, resulting from bankruptcy and a challenging economic environment.

Rite Aid closing dozens of additional stores. Here's where.

Rite Aid is closing additional stores as part of its bankruptcy exit strategy.

American Freight is closing all of its stores. Bankruptcy filing warns of possible paycheck delays for laid-off employees

Franchise Group is closing American Freight amidst bankruptcy filings to strengthen other brands and reduce debt.

Big Lots is closing more stores: Full list of locations across 25 states in October Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing

Big Lots is rapidly closing stores to stabilize operations amid financial troubles.

Buybuy Baby is officially closing its doors to offer online shopping only

buybuy Baby is transitioning to an online-only model, closing all physical stores due to shifting consumer preferences and financial challenges.

Red Lobster closing restaurants: List and map of 23 more doomed locations across 15 states in August 2024

Red Lobster continues to close underperforming locations to stabilize its finances after filing for bankruptcy.
morebankruptcy
#advance-auto-parts

Advance Auto Parts will close over 700 stores as the list of struggling retailers grows

Advance Auto Parts will close over 700 stores to improve its business performance amid disappointing earnings.

Advance Auto Parts is closing 500 stores and shedding 200 independent locations to try to turn its business around

Advance Auto Parts is closing more than 500 stores to improve business performance amidst declining sales and financial losses.

Advance Auto Parts to close stores across Oregon

Advance Auto Parts will close over 700 stores nationwide, including several in Oregon, as part of an operational restructuring.

Advance Auto Parts will close over 700 stores as the list of struggling retailers grows

Advance Auto Parts will close over 700 stores to improve its business performance amid disappointing earnings.

Advance Auto Parts is closing 500 stores and shedding 200 independent locations to try to turn its business around

Advance Auto Parts is closing more than 500 stores to improve business performance amidst declining sales and financial losses.

Advance Auto Parts to close stores across Oregon

Advance Auto Parts will close over 700 stores nationwide, including several in Oregon, as part of an operational restructuring.
moreadvance-auto-parts
#macys

Macy's Won't Ever Recover

Macy's struggles to recover in the retail market as it faces declining sales and unsuccessful cost-cutting strategies, signaling a long-term decline.

Can Daniel Lurie Save Macy's?

Macy's impending closure looms over Union Square's tree-lighting ceremony, possibly marking the end of an era for the iconic store.

Macy's Plans to Slash 2,350 Jobs and Close 5 Stores

Macy's is cutting 2,350 jobs and closing five stores as part of its efforts to streamline operations and increase profitability.
The company is implementing more automation services and eliminating management roles to adapt to an ever-changing consumer and marketplace.

Macy's Will Close Its San Leandro Store at Bayfair Mall as It Lays Off 2,350 Employees Nationwide

Macy's is closing 5 stores nationwide, including the San Leandro Macy's at the Bayfair Center.
2,350 employees will be laid off, representing about 3.5% of Macy's total workforce.

Another Mass. Macy's is reportedly closing

Macy's will close its Kingston store in early 2025 as part of a plan to improve profitability and customer experience.

Iconic SF Union Square Macy's to close amid mass shuttering of locations, supervisor says

Macy's closing Union Square location
Closure of more than 150 Macy's stores

Macy's Won't Ever Recover

Macy's struggles to recover in the retail market as it faces declining sales and unsuccessful cost-cutting strategies, signaling a long-term decline.

Can Daniel Lurie Save Macy's?

Macy's impending closure looms over Union Square's tree-lighting ceremony, possibly marking the end of an era for the iconic store.

Macy's Plans to Slash 2,350 Jobs and Close 5 Stores

Macy's is cutting 2,350 jobs and closing five stores as part of its efforts to streamline operations and increase profitability.
The company is implementing more automation services and eliminating management roles to adapt to an ever-changing consumer and marketplace.

Macy's Will Close Its San Leandro Store at Bayfair Mall as It Lays Off 2,350 Employees Nationwide

Macy's is closing 5 stores nationwide, including the San Leandro Macy's at the Bayfair Center.
2,350 employees will be laid off, representing about 3.5% of Macy's total workforce.

Another Mass. Macy's is reportedly closing

Macy's will close its Kingston store in early 2025 as part of a plan to improve profitability and customer experience.

Iconic SF Union Square Macy's to close amid mass shuttering of locations, supervisor says

Macy's closing Union Square location
Closure of more than 150 Macy's stores
moremacys
#retail

Kmart just closed its last full store - but there's still a location in Kendall

The last Kmart full-scale store in the U.S. has closed, signaling the decline of the once-thriving retailer.

Kmart shoppers bid a wistful farewell to the last outpost of a once-beloved 'mainstay'

The last full-size Kmart on the mainland is closing, marking the end of an iconic retail chain.

Donnybrook Fair and UK retailer Hotel Chocolat both to close stores in Dublin

Retail challenges in Dublin persist due to hybrid working and online shopping, prompting closures of establishments like Donnybrook Fair and Hotel Chocolat.

CVS and Walgreens are ailing. Here's why

Walgreens will close 1,200 unprofitable stores as part of a strategy reevaluation amid changing consumer habits and industry challenges.

Kmart just closed its last full store - but there's still a location in Kendall

The last Kmart full-scale store in the U.S. has closed, signaling the decline of the once-thriving retailer.

Kmart shoppers bid a wistful farewell to the last outpost of a once-beloved 'mainstay'

The last full-size Kmart on the mainland is closing, marking the end of an iconic retail chain.

Donnybrook Fair and UK retailer Hotel Chocolat both to close stores in Dublin

Retail challenges in Dublin persist due to hybrid working and online shopping, prompting closures of establishments like Donnybrook Fair and Hotel Chocolat.

CVS and Walgreens are ailing. Here's why

Walgreens will close 1,200 unprofitable stores as part of a strategy reevaluation amid changing consumer habits and industry challenges.
moreretail

Shop Talk: Shop Talk: Mephisto closes on Fourth St.; Selling soap from Palestine; Zebra's 40 years of tattoos

Mephisto shoe store and Uchi furniture store have both closed in Berkeley, reflecting struggles faced by local businesses in the pandemic aftermath.
#liquidation-sales

American Freight closing, shuttering all 15 California furniture stores

American Freight is shutting down all California locations due to economic challenges impacting the home goods industry.
Store-closing sales have begun nationwide as part of the liquidation process.

Big Lots is closing most of its South Florida stores. Here's where they are.

Big Lots plans to close up to 315 stores due to lagging sales and high debt, with Florida seeing 26 closures.

American Freight closing, shuttering all 15 California furniture stores

American Freight is shutting down all California locations due to economic challenges impacting the home goods industry.
Store-closing sales have begun nationwide as part of the liquidation process.

Big Lots is closing most of its South Florida stores. Here's where they are.

Big Lots plans to close up to 315 stores due to lagging sales and high debt, with Florida seeing 26 closures.
moreliquidation-sales
#consumer-trends

Why your drug store is closing

America's drug stores are closing locations due to over-expansion, competition, and an unsustainable pharmacy model. This is marked by significant store closures across major chains.

Sainsbury's are set to close more Argos stores - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Sainsbury's is integrating Argos into supermarkets, closing standalone stores to enhance convenience and service for customers.

Why your drug store is closing

America's drug stores are closing locations due to over-expansion, competition, and an unsustainable pharmacy model. This is marked by significant store closures across major chains.

Sainsbury's are set to close more Argos stores - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Sainsbury's is integrating Argos into supermarkets, closing standalone stores to enhance convenience and service for customers.
moreconsumer-trends
#business-strategy

Walgreens to close 1,200 US stores as chain attempts to steady operations at home

Walgreens plans to close 1,200 stores to recover from significant losses and focus on improving its business model.

Walgreens Closing 1,200 More Stores Nationwide, So This Is Not Just a San Francisco Thing

Walgreens is closing 1,200 stores due to overexpansion and admitting mismanagement of shoplifting issues and store security.
The company is experiencing financial troubles and looking to course correct with store closures.

Starbucks to shutter downtown San Francisco storefront after 30 years

The Starbucks store at 120 4th St. in San Francisco's SoMa neighborhood will close permanently on Nov. 8 due to business evaluations.

Wendy's is closing another 140 'outdated' stores as it looks to build out new higher-tech locations

Wendy's is closing 140 outdated stores to pave the way for strategic growth and improved profitability through a major redesign.
The closures will leave Wendy's growth count flat for 2024 but set the stage for faster future expansion.

Walgreens to close 1,200 US stores as chain attempts to steady operations at home

Walgreens plans to close 1,200 stores to recover from significant losses and focus on improving its business model.

Walgreens Closing 1,200 More Stores Nationwide, So This Is Not Just a San Francisco Thing

Walgreens is closing 1,200 stores due to overexpansion and admitting mismanagement of shoplifting issues and store security.
The company is experiencing financial troubles and looking to course correct with store closures.

Starbucks to shutter downtown San Francisco storefront after 30 years

The Starbucks store at 120 4th St. in San Francisco's SoMa neighborhood will close permanently on Nov. 8 due to business evaluations.

Wendy's is closing another 140 'outdated' stores as it looks to build out new higher-tech locations

Wendy's is closing 140 outdated stores to pave the way for strategic growth and improved profitability through a major redesign.
The closures will leave Wendy's growth count flat for 2024 but set the stage for faster future expansion.
morebusiness-strategy
#walgreens

Walgreens to close 1,200 U.S. stores as chain attempts to steady operations at home

Walgreens plans to close 1,200 U.S. stores over three years to recover from significant losses and improve financial performance.

Walgreens will close 1,200 stores, hoping for a turnaround

Walgreens plans to close 1,200 stores as part of a turnaround strategy against competition and unprofitability.

Walgreens is closing 1,200 stores

Walgreens will close 1,200 stores in the US over the next three years due to major financial losses.

Walgreens plans to close 1,200 locations in next three years.

Walgreens plans to close 1,200 stores amid a turnaround strategy focusing on cost-cutting and addressing unprofitability.

Walgreens will close a significant' number of its 8,600 US locations

Walgreens plans substantial store closures in underperforming locations.

Walgreens to close up to a quarter of its roughly 8,600 U.S. stores. Here's what to know.

Walgreens plans to close 25% of its U.S. stores, focusing on underperforming locations to improve profitability.

Walgreens to close 1,200 U.S. stores as chain attempts to steady operations at home

Walgreens plans to close 1,200 U.S. stores over three years to recover from significant losses and improve financial performance.

Walgreens will close 1,200 stores, hoping for a turnaround

Walgreens plans to close 1,200 stores as part of a turnaround strategy against competition and unprofitability.

Walgreens is closing 1,200 stores

Walgreens will close 1,200 stores in the US over the next three years due to major financial losses.

Walgreens plans to close 1,200 locations in next three years.

Walgreens plans to close 1,200 stores amid a turnaround strategy focusing on cost-cutting and addressing unprofitability.

Walgreens will close a significant' number of its 8,600 US locations

Walgreens plans substantial store closures in underperforming locations.

Walgreens to close up to a quarter of its roughly 8,600 U.S. stores. Here's what to know.

Walgreens plans to close 25% of its U.S. stores, focusing on underperforming locations to improve profitability.
morewalgreens

Next warns of potential store closures following 30m equal pay ruling

Next faces potential store closures due to a significant legal battle over equal pay, impacting profitability and possibly costing over £30 million.
from Harlem, NY Patch
2 months ago

Locked Cabinets, Reduced Hours And Store Closures: Retail Theft In NYC

Target's East Harlem store closure highlights the impact of theft on retail operations and customer accessibility.
Retailers may increasingly close stores in response to ongoing theft issues, exacerbating accessibility challenges.
#retail-industry

Big Lots closing 75 stores in California. See the list

Big Lots is closing 75 stores in California, totaling 315 nationwide closures due to economic challenges.

Two Ted Baker stores to close in south east London TOMORROW

Ted Baker is closing all physical stores in the UK and Ireland due to significant financial difficulties, impacting over 500 jobs.

LL Flooring is closing stores in bankruptcy: Full list and map of 94 doomed locations

LL Flooring Holdings, Inc. is filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and closing 94 stores across 31 states.

Big Lots to close 75 stores in California, many in SoCal

Big Lots is closing 75 stores across the U.S., with a significant number in Southern California.

Dollar Tree is closing nearly 1,000 U.S. stores a decade after 'botched' acquisition | CBC News

Dollar Tree reports Q4 loss and plans to close 1,000 U.S. stores, mainly Family Dollar stores due to acquisition challenges.

Downtown San Francisco mall loses two more stores

Popular stores like L'Occitane and Sephora are closing at the former Westfield San Francisco Centre.
New mall owners are rebranding the center to Emporium Centre San Francisco and planning to revitalize it with experiential, entertainment, and food-focused tenants.

Big Lots closing 75 stores in California. See the list

Big Lots is closing 75 stores in California, totaling 315 nationwide closures due to economic challenges.

Two Ted Baker stores to close in south east London TOMORROW

Ted Baker is closing all physical stores in the UK and Ireland due to significant financial difficulties, impacting over 500 jobs.

LL Flooring is closing stores in bankruptcy: Full list and map of 94 doomed locations

LL Flooring Holdings, Inc. is filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and closing 94 stores across 31 states.

Big Lots to close 75 stores in California, many in SoCal

Big Lots is closing 75 stores across the U.S., with a significant number in Southern California.

Dollar Tree is closing nearly 1,000 U.S. stores a decade after 'botched' acquisition | CBC News

Dollar Tree reports Q4 loss and plans to close 1,000 U.S. stores, mainly Family Dollar stores due to acquisition challenges.

Downtown San Francisco mall loses two more stores

Popular stores like L'Occitane and Sephora are closing at the former Westfield San Francisco Centre.
New mall owners are rebranding the center to Emporium Centre San Francisco and planning to revitalize it with experiential, entertainment, and food-focused tenants.
moreretail-industry

Stop & Shop is closing some locations, adding to the list of underperforming stores to shutter

Ahold Delhaize plans to close Stop & Shop stores to improve performance and focus on technology and automation.

London Drugs closes stores until further notice due to cyberattack | CBC News

London Drugs experienced a cybersecurity incident, leading to store closures in Western Canada.

Hundreds of jobs lost as fashion chain to close 15 stores across the UK

Ted Baker to close 15 stores and cut 245 jobs.
NODL hires administrators to cut costs.

Boston Market quietly closes final Bay Area stores

Boston Market closed its last Bay Area stores quietly, following a trend of shuttering locations across the country.
The Fremont outpost faced closure due to code violations, while other locations in Oakland, San Jose, and Santa Clara have also ceased operations.

Body Shop Canada to lay off 200 workers after parent company took its cash, court docs show | CBC News

The Body Shop Canada seeking creditor protection due to parent company's actions
Company closing one-third of stores and laying off employees as part of restructuring
#job-losses

The full list of Body Shop stores closing across the country

Body Shop closing 75 more shops, 489 job losses
Administrators aim to preserve brand through heavy restructuring.

One north London Body Shop to close within six weeks

116 UK Body Shop stores to remain open, 75 to close with 489 jobs lost
The Body Shop hired administrators due to financial challenges and difficult trading environment

Body Shop to close dozens more stores with hundreds more jobs lost

The Body Shop plans to close 75 stores in the next six weeks, resulting in the loss of 489 jobs.
Administrators are focusing on restructuring to stabilize the business and ensure a long-term sustainable future for the iconic brand.

Is The Body Shop closing? Fears for future as parent company reportedly appoints administrators | CBC News

The Body Shop, known for its distinct scents, is reportedly appointing administrators after being acquired by private equity firm Aurelius Investment.
The move to appoint administrators is typical when a private equity firm needs to make a profit and cut losses in a short period of time.

The full list of Body Shop stores closing across the country

Body Shop closing 75 more shops, 489 job losses
Administrators aim to preserve brand through heavy restructuring.

One north London Body Shop to close within six weeks

116 UK Body Shop stores to remain open, 75 to close with 489 jobs lost
The Body Shop hired administrators due to financial challenges and difficult trading environment

Body Shop to close dozens more stores with hundreds more jobs lost

The Body Shop plans to close 75 stores in the next six weeks, resulting in the loss of 489 jobs.
Administrators are focusing on restructuring to stabilize the business and ensure a long-term sustainable future for the iconic brand.

Is The Body Shop closing? Fears for future as parent company reportedly appoints administrators | CBC News

The Body Shop, known for its distinct scents, is reportedly appointing administrators after being acquired by private equity firm Aurelius Investment.
The move to appoint administrators is typical when a private equity firm needs to make a profit and cut losses in a short period of time.
morejob-losses
#the-body-shop

Six south London Body Shop stores set to close

75 stores in the UK closing within six weeks, including six in south London.
The Body Shop founded in 1976 promoting ethical consumerism.

Full list of Body Shops closing in London so far and potential shutdown dates

The Body Shop is closing several branches in London, part of a larger national shutdown plan.
Administrators plan to focus on online sales and wholesale strategies after closing stores.

The Body Shop confirms over 100 stores will shut here's the ones closing today

The Body Shop is closing nearly half of its UK branches following financial challenges and administration.
The closure of branches and job cuts are part of a restructuring to create a more financially stable UK business.

The Body Shop to shut 4 London stores today - is your local outlet affected?

The Body Shop is closing seven of its stores, including four in London, due to falling into administration.
Around 270 head office jobs will be cut, leaving 400 workers at the London headquarters, and around 1,500 workers across UK shops may face redundancy.

Six south London Body Shop stores set to close

75 stores in the UK closing within six weeks, including six in south London.
The Body Shop founded in 1976 promoting ethical consumerism.

Full list of Body Shops closing in London so far and potential shutdown dates

The Body Shop is closing several branches in London, part of a larger national shutdown plan.
Administrators plan to focus on online sales and wholesale strategies after closing stores.

The Body Shop confirms over 100 stores will shut here's the ones closing today

The Body Shop is closing nearly half of its UK branches following financial challenges and administration.
The closure of branches and job cuts are part of a restructuring to create a more financially stable UK business.

The Body Shop to shut 4 London stores today - is your local outlet affected?

The Body Shop is closing seven of its stores, including four in London, due to falling into administration.
Around 270 head office jobs will be cut, leaving 400 workers at the London headquarters, and around 1,500 workers across UK shops may face redundancy.
morethe-body-shop
#san-francisco

Why San Francisco is 'fine' despite mass tech layoffs and store closures

Mass tech layoffs and store closures in San Francisco amidst a slow pandemic recovery.
San Francisco's economy is still relatively strong despite the challenges, with the labor market showing resilience.

SF stores are quietly removing self-checkout. Is it about to go away everywhere?

San Francisco stores have disabled self-checkout in a trend of 'defensive retailing'
Recent high-profile store closures in San Francisco may be attributed to multiple factors, including exaggerated claims of retail crime

Why San Francisco is 'fine' despite mass tech layoffs and store closures

Mass tech layoffs and store closures in San Francisco amidst a slow pandemic recovery.
San Francisco's economy is still relatively strong despite the challenges, with the labor market showing resilience.

SF stores are quietly removing self-checkout. Is it about to go away everywhere?

San Francisco stores have disabled self-checkout in a trend of 'defensive retailing'
Recent high-profile store closures in San Francisco may be attributed to multiple factors, including exaggerated claims of retail crime
moresan-francisco

Today's top business headlines: Amazon drops iRobot deal, tax prep services duke it out, new safety tests for AI

Tax-prep services engage in fierce competition, with H&R Block introducing a new feature to transfer tax information from TurboTax.
Amazon cancels plans to acquire iRobot due to potential antitrust concerns, leading to job cuts and a CEO resignation.

Openings & Closings: Richard Corman Gallery; Van Leeuwen Ice Cream; CVS Pharmacy; Slate Cafe; Stretchlab; Chanel; Mimi's Pizza

Photographer Richard Corman's gallery in New York City has closed after a four-year run, but he has plans to release a documentary, book, and exhibit featuring his work.
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream is set to open a new location on Broadway, replacing the former Blue Marble ice cream shop.
The CVS Pharmacy inside Target at 795 Columbus is closing along with another location on Broadway and West 93rd Street.
from Eater LA
11 months ago

Federal Regulators Want to Force Starbucks to Reopen Six Los Angeles Stores

The National Labor Relations Board wants Starbucks to reopen 23 stores, including six in Los Angeles, that closed due to workers planning to organize into a union.
The NLRB is seeking compensation for employees for lost wages and benefits as a result of the store closures.
#store closures

Mastermind Toys get order for creditor protection, wants to close some stores | CBC News

Mastermind Toys has obtained creditor protection as it deals with financial challenges and a slowing economy.
All 66 of its stores in Canada will remain open for business, but some stores may close during the proceedings.
The company cites increasing competition and disruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic as significant challenges.

Rite Aid to close 7 more California stores after bankruptcy filing. Here's the latest

Rite Aid has added seven more stores to its closure list in California as part of its Chapter 11 bankruptcy process.
The closures include locations in Sacramento, Tahoe, Southern California, and the Northern California foothills.

Mastermind Toys get order for creditor protection, wants to close some stores | CBC News

Mastermind Toys has obtained creditor protection as it deals with financial challenges and a slowing economy.
All 66 of its stores in Canada will remain open for business, but some stores may close during the proceedings.
The company cites increasing competition and disruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic as significant challenges.

Rite Aid to close 7 more California stores after bankruptcy filing. Here's the latest

Rite Aid has added seven more stores to its closure list in California as part of its Chapter 11 bankruptcy process.
The closures include locations in Sacramento, Tahoe, Southern California, and the Northern California foothills.
morestore closures

Walgreens Plans 'Significant' Store Closures, Citing Weak Consumer Spending

Walgreens plans to close more stores due to weak consumer spending and profit outlook cut.
[ Load more ]