Retail Shakeup: Stores Closing Across the U.S. in April

Major chains like Nordstrom, Goodwill, and Saks shutter locations as industry adapts to shifting consumer trends.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 10:51pm

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At least nine well-known retailers are closing stores in April, impacting consumers nationwide. The mass shutdowns come as part of bankruptcy filings for some, while others are making multi-year turnarounds and optimizing their footprints. Brands like Nordstrom, Goodwill, Macy's, Saks, and REI are among those shedding locations, though many are also opening new stores in different areas.

Why it matters

The 'retail apocalypse' that began in the 2010s has accelerated during the pandemic, with thousands of brick-and-mortar stores closing each year due to the rise of e-commerce, shifting consumer habits, and economic pressures. These latest closures reflect an ongoing industry-wide transition as retailers work to adapt their physical footprints to current market realities.

The details

Nordstrom is closing its Christiana Mall location in Delaware on April 30, though the company plans to open about 23 new Nordstrom Rack stores this year. Goodwill is shutting down a store at the Courtland Center Mall in Burton, Michigan, on April 4, but opening a new spot in the area on April 10. Other brands conducting April closures include Francesca's, Macy's, Saks Fifth Avenue, Saks OFF 5th, REI, Eddie Bauer, and Zumiez.

  • Nordstrom is closing its Christiana Mall location in Delaware on April 30.
  • Goodwill is shutting down a store at the Courtland Center Mall in Burton, Michigan, on April 4, and opening a new location in the area on April 10.

The players

Nordstrom

An American luxury department store chain that is closing its Christiana Mall location in Delaware on April 30 but plans to open about 23 new Nordstrom Rack stores this year.

Goodwill

A nonprofit organization that operates a network of retail thrift stores, shutting down a location at the Courtland Center Mall in Burton, Michigan, on April 4 but opening a new store in the area on April 10.

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The takeaway

The latest round of retail closures reflects an ongoing industry-wide transition as major chains work to adapt their physical footprints to shifting consumer trends and economic conditions. While some brands are scaling back, others are optimizing their store networks and opening new locations, underscoring the complex and evolving nature of the retail landscape.