Amazon to shutter all Amazon Fresh and Go stores. The company will focus its brick-and-mortar strategy on Whole Foods Market, with plans to open more than 100 new stores under the banner over the next few years. January 16, 2026 by
Saks Off 5th online is liquidating 5 years after split from brick and mortar. In 2021 private equity investors poured $200 million into a spin-off of the off-pricer’s digital operations, but the anticipated return never materialized. January 14, 2026 by
Fashion retailer Francesca’s plans to permanently cease operations following a “periodic progression” of store closures and layoffs that began last week, per a Federal Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act document filed in Texas. January 13, 2026 by
As 2026 kicks off, these retailers are vulnerable to bankruptcy. As retail enters another year marked by tariffs and falling consumer sentiment, retailers including J. Crew and Guitar Center face risks. January 12, 2026 by
At Michaels, taking Party City and Joann’s market share was priority No. 1. CEO David Boone, who joined the craft retailer about a year ago, said the company’s efforts in fabric and party supplies have “powered the business.” January 8, 2026 by
Longtime Neiman Marcus merchant heads to Bloomingdale’s. Russ Patrick left the luxury retailer a few years ago and returns to the department store sector as general merchandise manager of home at the Macy’s Inc. banner. January 8, 2026 by
What Saks Global’s bankruptcy means for vendors. Big names like Chanel and Kering are owed substantial sums and are likely to be paid well before smaller brands’ past-due invoices. January 6, 2026 by
Value City, American Signature Furniture to shutter remaining stores. The retailer, which is closing its last 89 locations, filed for bankruptcy in November as sales plummeted and losses widened amid a soft housing sector. January 1, 2026 by
