40 Once-Popular Chain Stores That Have Shuttered Locations in 2025

From retail to restaurants, 2025 hasn't exactly been kind to several notable chains spread throughout the U.S.

Some chains have closed down for good. Party City went away in February. Arts and crafts store Joann followed shortly after. Mall clothing retailer Forever 21 is winding down operations in all of its U.S. stores while going digital-only.

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Others, like Advance Auto Parts and Dollar General, are both closing and opening locations as they look for fresh approaches to win back customers. Unfortunately, the closings far outnumber the openings.

As the year entered its final quarter, multiple chains announced store closing plans that will stretch into 2026 and beyond. In October, both Carter's and REI revealed plans to shutter locations in the next two years.

Here is a look at which chains are closing or have closed locations in 2025.