Fred Meyer, QFC Owner Kroger to Close 60 Stores

Major grocery chain to close over 60 locations by end of 2026

The struggling supermarket plans to close dozens of stores by the end of next year — although the company says it hopes to move staff to other locations

As Kroger plans to close dozens of stores, are any Illinois locations on the chopping block?

The nationwide grocery giant announced plans to close approximately 60 stores nationwide.

Why Is Kroger Closing Some Stores? Find Out

The grocery chain is closing 60 stores across the country. Learn where and when the closures will happen, and what’s behind the decision.

Fred Meyer, QFC owner Kroger to close 60 stores

Kroger operates more than 2,700 grocery stores nationwide.

Kroger says it will close 60 stores across the U.S. over the next 18 months

Kroger said all employees at the affected stores will be offered jobs at other locations.

Kroger plans to close 60 stores across the country

Approximately 60 Kroger stores are expected to close across the nation within the next 18 months.