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IKEA and 7 Other Major Stores That Are Closing in August

8 retail chains continue cutting down locations and here is where they are.

By Amanda Machado , Edited by Calista Headrick

Updated Aug. 10, 2026

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Store closures continue reshaping the retail landscape in 2026, with several familiar names reducing their physical locations. For many shoppers, especially those who rely on nearby stores to save money on groceries, pharmacy services, household items, or everyday purchases, these changes may affect where and how they shop.

While some retailers are closing only a handful of locations, others are part of bigger company efforts to streamline operations, reduce expenses, and focus investments on stronger-performing stores and online sales. Here are several major retailers with closures taking place in August.

Editor's note: Store closure information was compiled from company announcements and published reports. Closure dates and locations may change based on business decisions and local circumstances.

Staples

Staples is among the retailers closing locations during August, with stores in Goleta, California, and Levittown, New York scheduled to shut down. The office supply chain has faced years of challenges as businesses increasingly purchase supplies online and many employees continue working remotely or using fewer traditional office products.

The closures are a part of Staples' strategy of adjusting its store network while focusing on its strongest locations and digital business. For longtime customers, the shutdowns may mean finding another nearby store for printing services, office essentials, or business supplies.

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Macy's

Macy's continues its multiyear plan to close underperforming department stores as part of its effort to create a smaller but more profitable retail business, and some of those closures could potentially happen in August. Several locations across the country have been targeted for closure as the company shifts more attention toward stronger stores, luxury brands, and online shopping.

The department store giant's changes highlight the challenges facing traditional retailers. While Macy's is still a major shopping destination, the company has been evaluating locations based on profitability, customer traffic, and future growth opportunities.

IKEA

IKEA is closing two smaller U.S. Plan & Order Point locations in August as the company changes how it serves customers. The retailer is moving away from some smaller-format locations while continuing to invest in larger stores, online ordering, and delivery options.

The closures are in South Charlotte and Austin Domain, and do not represent a bigger IKEA removal from the U.S. market but rather a shift in strategy. IKEA has been experimenting with different store formats, trying to balance convenience for shoppers with the costs associated with operating physical locations.

Kroger

Kroger is continuing a large-scale store review process that includes closing locations that no longer meet financial expectations. The grocery chain previously announced plans to close dozens of underperforming supermarkets over an extended period as part of a broader effort to improve profitability.

For shoppers, the nine August closures will take place in Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Virginia, and West Virginia and may create bigger disruptions than other retail shutdowns because they affect weekly routines. Customers may need to switch pharmacies, adjust shopping trips, or travel farther for familiar products and services.

Albertsons-owned grocery stores

Several Albertsons-owned grocery locations are closing in 2026 as the company evaluates its store portfolio and focuses on stronger-performing markets. One reported August closure is an Acme Market location in Edgewater, New Jersey, with additional banner stores facing changes as the company reviews operations.

Grocery retailers have faced rising labor costs, increased competition, and changing customer habits in recent years. For communities losing an Albertsons-owned store, the biggest concern could be maintaining convenient access to groceries and pharmacy services.

Apple

Apple rarely closes physical retail locations, but the company has made changes to select stores, like the Clinton Township, Michigan location, as leases expire or as it updates its retail strategy. Some smaller locations and older store formats have been replaced or consolidated as Apple prioritizes larger experience-focused stores and expanded services.

Unlike many retailers on this list, Apple's changes are not driven by financial struggles. Instead, the company has generally focused on creating fewer but larger retail experiences that combine product sales, technical support, and customer education.

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Walgreens

Walgreens continues a multiyear effort to close hundreds of underperforming stores across the United States, with a specified 500 locations closing by August. The pharmacy chain has cited changing consumer behavior, reimbursement pressures, and the need to improve profitability as reasons behind its store reduction strategy.

For older shoppers who regularly use neighborhood pharmacies, these closures could require planning ahead. Walgreens typically transfers prescriptions and customer information to nearby locations, but customers may still need to adjust travel routines or find alternate services.

At Home

Home decor retailer At Home has also been reducing its physical stores as it restructures operations and responds to changing consumer spending patterns and filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in June.

The closures come during a challenging period for home retailers, as shoppers have become more selective about larger purchases. Rising costs and slower demand for furniture and décor items have pushed many companies to bankruptcy and online storefronts.

Bottom line

The latest wave of store closures shows that even well-known retailers are rethinking how many physical locations they need. Companies are increasingly balancing traditional store locations with online shopping, delivery services, and smaller specialty formats.

For consumers, the biggest takeaway is to stay aware of local announcements and prepare yourself financially. A closing store may offer clearance savings in the short term, but shoppers who depend on a nearby closing retailer for essentials may want to find alternatives before the final day of operation arrives.

FAQs

How can I tell if my local store is closing?

Most chains do not publish full closure lists, so local news coverage and signs posted in store windows are usually the first signal. Extended clearance sales are another good indicator, since they typically run for several weeks before a location shuts down.

Is At Home going out of business?

No, At Home filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on June 16, 2025, and closed about 30 underperforming stores, but the chain is still operating. Those closures were roughly 10% of its 260 locations.

Why are so many stores closing in 2026?

The reasons vary by sector. Pharmacy chains like Walgreens point to shrinking insurance reimbursements, while home retailers like At Home cited rising interest rates, inflation, and tariff costs. Some closures come alongside growth, with Kroger raising its new store build rate by 30% as it shutters weaker locations.

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