Kohl’s officially closed 27 underperforming stores across 15 U.S. states by March 29, 2025, as part of its sweeping restructuring strategy known as the “real estate change for 2025” plan. The move, first announced in January, aimed to optimize operations and redirect resources toward long-term profitability.
In addition to the store closures, Kohl’s also shut down its San Bernardino E-commerce Fulfillment Center in California in May, reinforcing its effort to streamline supply chain operations.
Former CEO Tom Kingsbury had stressed the need to make “difficult but necessary decisions” to secure the company’s future. While the closures raised concerns among shoppers and employees, Kohl’s confirmed that affected staff were offered severance packages or opportunities to transfer within the organization.
Despite the retail brand’s continued push to compete in a changing omnichannel shopping landscape, declining foot traffic and evolving consumer behavior led to a reassessment of underperforming locations. By March 29, the final day of operations for these stores, Kohl’s had significantly reshaped its physical footprint in hopes of achieving greater efficiency, revenue stability, and sustainable growth amid a highly competitive retail environment.
