River Island, Primark, and Poundland are among the big names closing shops this month, following a brutal 2025 that saw over 3,000 stores vanish. Discover the full list of closures and what it means for UK retail.
Major UK retailers including River Island, Primark, and Poundland are closing stores this month, following a brutal 2025 that saw over 3,000 shops vanish. Discover the full list of locations affected.
Macy's Inc. confirms closure of 66 stores across a dozen US states as part of its 'Bold New Chapter' strategy. Clearance sales start mid-January 2026.
Lloyds Banking Group confirms 16 branch closures next month, with 55 more to follow. Discover the full list and the reasons behind the move as digital banking soars.
Cardzone launches a huge 50% off closing down sale at its Didcot store, set to shut on 10 January 2026. Plus, River Island and Poundland announce further UK store closures.
A wave of closures hit UK high streets in 2025 as major retail and hospitality brands shuttered shops. Discover which household names disappeared and why.
A staggering 8,234 US stores shut permanently in 2025, a 12% rise on 2024. Discover which major chains collapsed and why experts say the 'retail apocalypse' is a myth.
Skyrocketing food, labour, and rent costs are forcing historic American restaurants to shut down permanently. Discover the human stories behind the closures and the industry's fragile future.
A Salvation Army volunteer collecting donations was shot dead at a Kroger store in Westland, Michigan. Police confirm the teenage suspect was known to the victim. Read the full story.
Hardee's is shutting down outlets across the US as its largest franchisee faces a $6.5 million lawsuit. Discover the locations affected and the reasons behind the closures.
Fashion giant River Island will close 33 UK shops by end of January as part of a restructuring plan to ensure its future. The closures affect locations nationwide.
The David Jones retail chain announces the permanent closure of its Castle Hill and Tuggerah stores in early 2026, ending over three decades of service. Shoppers and staff react with sadness.
Decorated pound cakes sold at Kroger Mid-Atlantic have been recalled due to an undeclared soy allergen. Check your pantry for affected products and return for a full refund.
Disability equality charity Scope is shutting 77 high street shops this year, with three closing this weekend. The move puts 200 jobs at risk and impacts 2,000 volunteers. Read the full list of closures.
Discount retailer Poundland confirms 14 more closures by February, bringing total shutdowns to over 100. Find out which stores are affected and where clearance sales are on.
Ocado Group is set to receive a $350 million compensation payment from US partner Kroger following the closure of three automated warehouses. Discover the impact on the UK retail tech firm.
US supermarket giant Kroger faces a crisis as its costly bet on Ocado's tech fails. Shoppers are leaving for Walmart and Aldi, pushing the chain to a $1.5bn loss. Can new leadership turn it around?
Poundland confirms seven store closures before Christmas, including Lymington on Dec 14. Closing-down sales offer up to 40% off. Chain returns to £1 pricing.
Kroger insiders reveal shocking 86% price increase on household essentials as Americans face 55 months of high inflation. Discover how shoppers are fighting back.
Grocery giant Kroger is pulling out of Florida entirely by closing its last online facility in 2026, affecting 1,400 employees. Discover the reasons behind this strategic retreat.
Shocking footage captures a man's expletive-filled tantrum and alleged assault attempt on life coach Shonna Hackney at a Houston Kroger. Witness the dramatic confrontation and security intervention.
Ocado faces £350m value wipeout as US partner Kroger shuts three automated warehouses. Retail analyst calls it 'near knock-out punch' for the online grocer's technology ambitions.
Saks Off Fifth announces closure of nine US stores including flagship NYC location. Company confirms no bankruptcy filing despite restructuring. Read the full details.
Britain's banking crisis deepens as major lenders announce 106 new branch closures across England, Scotland and Wales, leaving communities fighting for financial survival.
A severe listeria outbreak across multiple US states has been traced to recalled pasta products sold at major retailers including Kroger and Trader Joe's, resulting in multiple deaths and hospitalisations.
Shocking new research reveals how the closure of popular coffee chains like Starbucks and Dunkin' can wipe thousands off nearby property values across Britain.
Marks & Spencer reveals plans to shut 20 stores and relocate 13 others in dramatic restructuring plan affecting multiple UK locations including Birmingham and Liverpool.
Major UK banks announce sweeping branch closures across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland - is your local bank on the list?
Britain's shopping streets face unprecedented change as major chains including Boots, M&S and Wilko announce widespread store closures affecting communities nationwide.
Major changes are hitting Poundland as several stores prepare to shut their doors permanently. Discover which locations are affected and what this means for shoppers and staff.