UK retailer closing all stores in April after collapsing into administration
UK retailer GAME is shutting down all its remaining physical stores after going into administration, with closures set for April.
The 10 UK towns and cities hit worst by store closures as businesses struggle
UK high streets are experiencing significant business closures due to rising costs and decreasing consumer spending.
147 UK high-street store closures announced this week — NatWest, House of Fraser, BrewDog and more
This week, 147 high-street store closures, including banks and pubs, were announced in the UK, affecting major retailers like NatWest and House of Fraser.
Fewer stores, but bigger: Zara closes a third of its locations in five years and surpasses 28 billion in sales
Zara has closed a third of its stores in the past five years but has surpassed 28 billion euros in sales as part of a strategy to optimize store locations.
Department Stores: New Store Closures Loom for Galeria
The Galeria department store chain is facing potential further store closures as negotiations over leases for eight locations are underway.
43 high street stores confirm closures this week including WHSmith and Matalan — full list
Major retailers in the UK, including WHSmith and Matalan, have announced numerous store closures due to declining sales and rising expenses.
Perini store in Salvador neighborhood to cease operations; learn more
The Perini store in the Pituba neighborhood of Salvador will close its doors starting Saturday, following a brand repositioning aimed at enhancing operational efficiency.
Matalan store closures announced as more shops shut with 50% off sale
Matalan announces the closure of two stores in Colne and Carlisle, effective March 7, along with a massive 50% sale on all products.
M&S closing cafes across UK - full list of 14 locations confirmed so far
M&S is set to close 14 cafes across the UK, affecting shoppers and altering in-store experiences.
All the major UK store closures announced in February 2026 — Poundland, House of Fraser and more
In February 2026, several major UK retailers, including Poundland and House of Fraser, have announced store closures due to rising costs and decreasing consumer spending.
Sales Down, Stores Disappearing. What’s Next for Carrefour in Poland?
Carrefour is experiencing declining sales in Poland and closing stores as it struggles to compete in a challenging market.
Poundland, River Island and 3 other major high street brands confirm store closures in 2026 — full list
Five major UK retailers, including Poundland and River Island, have announced plans to close stores in 2026 amid ongoing challenges in the retail sector.
Saks Global, the chain that sells Chanel and Burberry in luxury stores, closes nine stores in the US
Saks Global is closing over 10% of its stores in the United States as part of its restructuring plan to emerge from bankruptcy.
La Défense, Vitry-sur-Seine, Nantes, Tours... These 8 Monoprix stores that will be sold or closed
The management of Monoprix has announced the closure or sale of 8 stores, causing concern among unions.
Three high street icons enter administration in one week - as 14 companies close
Fourteen major UK businesses have entered administration in the past week, highlighting a troubling trend for British retailers.
Strange Ikea Commotion in China – Customers Nearly in a Brawl
Ikea's announcement to close stores in China led to chaotic shopping frenzies among customers rushing for last-minute purchases.
Full list of Morrisons, Poundland and River Island stores closing in 2026
Several retailers, including Morrisons, Poundland, and River Island, are set to close multiple stores by 2026, with Morrisons announcing the closure of Rathbones Bakery affecting local employment.
Budget retailer set to close 3 more shops this weekend in another blow to UK high street
Poundland is set to close three more stores this weekend in the UK, further impacting the high street retail landscape.
Poundland announces 9 store closures with 3 shutting 'in days' - full list
Poundland has revealed the closure of nine stores, with three of them closing in just days, as it conducts clearance sales offering up to 40% off.
10 well-known high street retailers closing stores - full list of affected brands
Ten iconic high street retailers, including banks and clothing stores, are set to close locations in 2026 due to increasing pressures on the retail sector.
High street chain trading since 1988 'closing 9 stores in 5 days'
River Island, a long-standing high street retailer in the UK, is set to close 9 stores over the next five days due to financial struggles.
Foreign, Hong Kong retailers close stores in mainland China amid changing dynamics
Foreign and Hong Kong retailers, including Lane Crawford and Ikea, are shutting down stores in mainland China due to shifting market dynamics and outdated business models.
Shoppers pinpoint 'key reason' for High Street closures as UK retailer shuts 32 stores
Shoppers believe the recent wave of high street closures, including River Island's decision to shut 32 stores, is linked to significant financial losses and changing shopping habits.
High street shoppers 'not surprised' popular retailer is shutting 32 UK stores
British retailer River Island is closing 32 stores in January as part of a restructuring effort amid the rise of online shopping and high operating costs, with shoppers expressing little surprise at the decision.
All the high street stores in January 2026 including Primark and River Island
The article discusses the anticipated store closures of major retailers like Primark and River Island in January 2026, following a significant number of retailer bankruptcies last year.
River Island reveals exact date 27 stores will close this month - see full list
River Island has confirmed the closure dates for 27 of its stores this month, part of a larger restructure affecting 33 stores approved by the High Court.
Retail in Distress: Creative Fight Against Store Closures
The article discusses the struggles facing retail businesses in urban areas, particularly around Munich, highlighting a rise in empty storefronts and a shift towards nail salons, barbershops, and vending machine shops.
New Look and Poundland among big names closing nearly 800 UK stores
Nearly 800 stores belonging to major UK retail and hospitality brands have closed in 2025 due to restructuring amidst rising costs and diminished consumer spending.