List of Stores Closing in December

Many consumers have reined in their spending, and even top retailers have had to close underperforming stores.
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National candle maker plans to close stores, lay off staff

The company reported sales were down 7% year over year for the third quarter as tariffs continue to hurt the company.
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Major home goods retailer merges with one-time competitor, plans to close over 40 stores soon

The deal is expected to close in the first quarter of 2026, while more than 40 locations will close in early 2026.

Deerfield-based Yankee Candle to close 20 stores across North America, cut 900 jobs

Newell Brands, which owns Yankee Candle, said in a statement Monday it would also lay off 900 workers across all of its ...

Iconic sporting goods, sneaker retailer closing stores

Many sneaker manufacturers, including Nike and Adidas, have opted to sell some of their more exclusive and collectible shoes ...

Foot Locker Stores Are Closing: What to Know

Dick’s Sporting Goods announced the impending store closures amid a larger strategy shift to clean up inventory.

Yankee Candle will close 20 stores; parent to lay off 900 employees

SOUTH DEERFIELD — Yankee Candle owner Newell Brands will close 20 stores in the U.S. and Canada, which collectively represent roughly 1% of brand sales, the company said Monday. The closures are ...