Bankruptcy Forcing Forever 21 To Close Stores In New York
It is becoming too familiar for shoppers in New York State. One that we don't want to see. Another round of store closures will limit the shopping options across the state.
In an effort to reduce costs associated with brick-and-mortar stores, Forever 21 is set to close hundreds of locations across the country, including several in New York State.
The latest reports have the owners of the company set to file for bankruptcy, which will cause hundreds of stores to be closed for good and the company dismantled.
At the time of this writing, it looks like over 20 Forever 21 locations in New York State are set to be closed in 2025.
Some of the locations include the Times Square location in New York City, the location at the Walden Galleria in Buffalo, the state's 2nd biggest city, and outlet locations in Riverhead and Niagara Falls.
Over 350 employees would lose their jobs if/when these locations shut down.
READ MORE: POPULAR WESTERN NEW YORK BURGER SHOP SHUTDOWNS ALL LOCATIONS
Forever 21 has now joined Joann Fabrics, JCPenny, Walgreens, Macy's, Big Lots, and Party City as national stores that have closed locations or shut down completely in 2025.
According to Newsweek.com, New York State has been one of the hardest hit states with store closings so far in 2025.
New York State falls just behind California and Florida for the title of "State with the most store closings"
You can see the whole map by clicking HERE.
33 Things Goodwill Stores In New York Won't Accept
Gallery Credit: Traci Taylor
More From The New 96.1 WTSS
