JCPenney to Shutter 7 More Stores as Post-Pandemic Cuts Continue
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Plano, Texas, USA: Once a mainstay in American malls, JCPenney is closing seven more stores, signaling continued downsizing after its 2020 bankruptcy. Foot traffic remains weak, pushing the chain below 600 locations. The retailer, acquired by Simon and Brookfield, focuses on a leaner footprint and e-commerce upgrades to stay competitive. Customers near the affected stores must shop or use online services before final closure on May 25.
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Key Entities
- • JCPenney: A 121-year-old American department store chain, once a retail giant, now shrinking its physical footprint post-bankruptcy.
- • Simon Property Group & Brookfield: Major mall operators that rescued JCPenney from liquidation.
- • Marc Rosen: CEO focusing on store remodels and e-commerce enhancements.
- • U.S. Mall Industry: Struggling to reinvent itself amid ongoing store closures and changing consumer preferences.
- • Store Employees: Many face layoffs or transfers as part of these closures.
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