Overview:
September 2025 will see several well-known retail chains close store locations, ranging from home décor and accessories to pharmacies and regional stores. Notable names such as At Home, Claire’s, and Rite Aid are leading the charge, citing economic hardship, bankruptcy proceedings, and changing shopping habits. Here's a breakdown of the biggest closures to look out for.
At Home to Close 29 Underperforming Stores
The furniture and home décor chain At Home—currently in Chapter 11 bankruptcy—plans to shut 29 under-performing stores by September 30, 2025. These closures will affect states such as California, New York, Florida, Washington, Minnesota, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Montana, and Wisconsin.
Liquidation sales are already underway, with steep discounts and final-sale policies. The downsizing is part of At Home’s broader attempt to stabilize operations and reduce debt obligations.
Claire’s to Shut Nearly 300 U.S. Stores
Claire’s, a popular accessories retailer, is closing 291 stores—including both Claire’s and Icing brand locations—by September 7, 2025. This move is tied to its Chapter 11 bankruptcy restructuring and will significantly reduce its U.S. footprint.
Rite Aid Continues Massive Store Closures
Pharmacy chain Rite Aid will close an additional 27 stores in September 2025. The closures are part of its ongoing bankruptcy restructuring, which has already shuttered hundreds of locations nationwide over the past year.
Smiths City (New Zealand) in Voluntary Administration
Outside the United States, New Zealand retailer Smiths City has entered voluntary administration as of September 2, 2025. The move adds more uncertainty for the company’s employees and its long-time customer base.
Conclusion
September 2025 marks another wave of store closures across the globe. From American household names like At Home, Claire’s, and Rite Aid to international retailers like Smiths City, the retail landscape continues to contract under economic pressures, shifting consumer habits, and bankruptcy proceedings. Communities that depend on these stores will face significant changes in accessibility, employment, and shopping options.
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Sources
- Scripps News – At Home to close 29 underperforming stores by September 30, 2025
- The Sun – Full list of At Home bankruptcy store closures
- Good Housekeeping – At Home store liquidation details
- San Francisco Chronicle – Claire’s bankruptcy and closures
- SFGate – Claire’s store closures in California
- Reuters – Claire’s bankruptcy coverage
- Wikipedia – Rite Aid
- Wikipedia – Smiths City
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