Shoppers in Texas will soon see more empty stores at their favorite malls and shopping centers. Across the U.S., over 2,000 retail stores are expected to close in 2025 — and Texas, despite being a major shopping hub, is not being spared.
This trend is being driven by rising costs, changing shopping habits, and the growing popularity of online shopping. Here’s a breakdown of the big-name stores closing locations across Texas.
Macy’s: Six More Texas Stores Shutting Down
Macy’s is closing six Texas stores as part of its plan to shut down 150 stores across the country by 2026. This includes:
- Market by Macy’s in Dallas, Flower Mound, and Fort Worth
- Macy’s department stores in Houston (Almeda Mall), Plano (The Shops at Willow Bend), and Fairview (Village at Fairview)
The company says this is part of a new strategy to focus on stores that make more profit.
Kohl’s: North Dallas Store Closed
Kohl’s recently shut down its store in North Dallas. It’s one of 27 stores closing nationwide. This move is part of the company’s effort to cut costs and focus on stronger-performing locations. The closure will also impact many local employees.
Fossil: Closures Coming, But No Exact Locations Yet
Texas-based watch and accessory brand Fossil plans to close about 50 stores nationwide—nearly 20% of its total. While Fossil has shops in major Texas cities like Dallas, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio, the company has not yet shared which locations will shut down.
Forever 21: All Texas Stores Could Close
Fashion retailer Forever 21 has filed for bankruptcy again and may shut down all 32 stores in Texas unless a buyer steps in. Cities affected include:
- Austin, Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Amarillo, Allen, and Arlington, among others.
Store closing sales are already underway, and a final closure could happen by May 1, 2025.
Joann Fabric and Craft Stores: All 43 Texas Locations to Close
Craft lovers will feel this one: Joann has filed for bankruptcy and announced it will close all 43 stores in Texas. This will lead to layoffs and could make it harder to find craft supplies in some areas.
Restaurants Also Feeling the Heat
It’s not just retail. Restaurants like Dairy Queen and On the Border are also closing multiple locations in Texas. With rising food and labor costs, many chains are finding it hard to keep up with today’s economic challenges and changing customer habits.
What’s Causing So Many Closures?
Experts say there are several reasons:
- Online shopping is growing fast
- Higher rent, wages, and supply costs
- Shoppers are more careful with money
- Some brands didn’t adapt quickly to changing customer needs
And this might just be the beginning. A recent UBS report estimates up to 45,000 stores could close in the U.S. by 2029.