A popular Louisiana retailer that has been a staple for shoppers may be closing its doors soon, leaving many wondering what this means for the future of their favorite store. With changes in the retail world and more people turning to online shopping, this big-name brand could be the next to scale back its physical locations. We have everything you need to know about the possible closures and what it could mean for Louisiana shoppers!

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Since COVID-19, many major retailers have closed their doors for good. Stores like Sears, Bed Bath & Beyond, and JCPenney were already struggling, but the pandemic worsened things. With more people shopping online, these stores couldn’t keep up. Even some discount stores like Big Lots and Rue21 had to close locations. The rise of online shopping during the pandemic sped up these closures, as fewer people visited stores in person. Many of these brands have been around for years, but the way people shop has changed a lot since the pandemic.

Macy's To Close 150 Stores
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Per many reports, Macy's, the well-known department store, could be shutting down 150 of its locations across the country. The company is feeling the pressure of changing shopping habits, with more people choosing to shop online instead of going to physical stores. Macy’s has been a staple for fashion, beauty products, and home goods for many years, but times are changing.

Macy’s has already started closing some stores and plans to close a total of 150 locations. They have separated their stores into two categories: "go-forward" stores, which will stay open, and "non-go-forward" stores, which will be closing. This strategy is meant to help the company focus on the stores that are doing well while cutting costs in areas where the business is struggling.

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As of now, Macy’s has not released an official list of which stores will close. However, they plan to close 55 of the 150 locations by the end of 2024, with the rest closing in the next few years. Even though Macy’s is facing challenges, their famous Thanksgiving Day Parade and Fourth of July fireworks show are not affected.

Here are a few shots from Macy's across the country that are closing...

Macy's To Close 150 Stores
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