Starbucks to Close Approximately 250 Stores Across North America
Starbucks is closing approximately 250 underperforming stores across North America by the end of the week.
Springfield Holyoke, MA, September 26, 2026 —
Starbucks Corporation is slated to close approximately 250 underperforming stores throughout North America. The company plans to complete these closures by the end of the current week.
The decision affects a notable portion of Starbucks’ retail footprint in the region, with the closures attributed to stores that are not meeting performance expectations. Specific details regarding which stores are impacted or the exact number of employees affected were not immediately available.
The coffee giant operates thousands of locations across the United States and Canada. While the trend summary provided indicates the reason for closure is underperformance, further elaboration on the metrics defining underperformance was not disclosed. The timeline for these closures is notably rapid, with all 250 locations expected to cease operations within days.
Starbucks has not released a comprehensive list of the affected store locations. The company’s strategy often involves portfolio reviews to optimize its market presence and financial performance. This move signals a significant adjustment for its North American operations.
Story summarized from the original created by Dallas Gagnon on www.masslive.com, see more information here.
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