From retail to restaurants, 2025 hasn’t exactly been kind to several notable chains spread throughout the U.S. .
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Some, 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 way outnumber the openings.
Other 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.
Here is a look at which chains are closing or have closed locations in 2025.
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