Store closures hit highest level since pandemic — see who is shutting down the most locations
The trend reflects the divide between retailers gaining market share, such as Walmart, and those that have lost ground or filed for bankruptcy, like Big Lots.
Coresight Sees 15,000 U.S. Store Closings This Year
The prediction represents a spike in retail closings from 2024, but store openings will remain constant at 5,800.