Store Closure Watch

Minnesota store closures — July 2026

Store Closure Watch has tracked 166 verified closure events in Minnesota in 2026, including 11 with WARN filings. Source: Four Lights Analytics.

Data updated: July 4, 2026

166
tracked events (2026)
11
WARN filings
8
new this week
10+
cities affected
top cities shown below

By event type

  • Closure145
  • Bankruptcy13
  • Layoff3
  • Restructuring3
  • Relocation1
  • Other1

Top sectors

  • Restaurants & Bars33
  • Apparel & Fashion15
  • Grocery & Convenience9
  • Manufacturing / Industrial4
  • Electronics & Media3

Chains closing in Minnesota

Top Minnesota cities

  • Minneapolis27
  • Rochester17
  • St. Paul14
  • Bloomington5
  • St. Cloud4
  • Brooklyn Park4
  • Burnsville4
  • Duluth4
  • Eagan3
  • Edina3

Minnesota closures — FAQ

How many stores are closing in Minnesota?
Four Lights Analytics has tracked 166 verified closure events in Minnesota in 2026, including 11 with WARN filings. Source: Store Closure Watch, updated 2026-07-04.
Which cities in Minnesota have the most closures?
The Minnesota cities with the most tracked closures are Minneapolis, Rochester, and St. Paul. Source: Four Lights Analytics Store Closure Watch.
Which chains are closing stores in Minnesota?
Chains with the most tracked Minnesota closures include Macy's, Francesca's, and Cub Foods. Address-level data for every location is available to subscribers at storeclosurewatch.com.

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