Big Lots, a chain of discount retail stores, is set to close over 340 stores, including one location in Western North Carolina.
Previously this year, the chain closed seven N.C. locations in Charlotte, Durham, Raleigh and Jefferson. The upcoming closures includes the first in WNC as well as two others in the state. Big Lots has joined other chains including Red Lobster , which declared bankruptcy earlier this year, Rite Aid, Bed Bath & Beyond and more in its struggle to stay afloat financially.
“In 2024, the U.S. economy has continued to face macroeconomic challenges, including elevated inflation, which has adversely impacted the buying power of our customers,” a May financial disclosure from Big Lots stated.
What Big Lots stores are closing in North Carolina?
There are 68 Big Lots locations in N.C. Upcoming closures include: