JCPenney store closures 2025 are set to impact shoppers as the company shuts down eight locations across the U.S. The closures, expected by mid-2025, come as part of JCPenney’s ongoing restructuring after its 2020 bankruptcy. Factors like declining foot traffic, lease expirations, and financial challenges have contributed to this decision. Major retail chains, including Macy’s and Kohl’s, are also shutting stores as the industry shifts. With a new merger under Catalyst Brands, JCPenney aims to focus on profitable locations.