JCPenney to close multiple locations by mid-2025 — Is your local store affected?
JCPenney will close eight stores nationwide by mid-2025, including locations in shopping malls and town centers.
JCPenney, one of the largest retailers in the U.S., is scaling back its operations by closing eight stores by mid-2025. The closures affect locations across the country, particularly in shopping malls and town centers.
The move is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to streamline its operations and adapt to market changes.
JCPenney stores to close in shopping malls and town centers
According to several news outlets, JCPenney will shutter stores in many popular malls such as:
- Westfield Annapolis Mall in Maryland
- Pine Ridge Mall in Idaho
- Fox Run Mall in New Hampshire
- West Ridge Mall in Kansas
- Asheville Mall in North Carolina
Other locations include the town centers, such as:
- Shops at Tanforan in California
- Shops at Northfield in Colorado
- Shops at Charleston in West Virginia
Why is JCPenney closing so many stores?
JCPenney officials have stated that they are closing stores due to many factors, including: expiring lease agreements and market changes.
However, the company did not reveal the specific details about the stores closing, but they did thank their loyal customers and employees for their support.