Wendy's targets Mexican customers amid mass US store closures
As hundreds of U.S. locations prepare to close, the chain is turning south, hinting at major changes in its growth strategy.
Chain restaurants are closing hundreds of locations across the US in 2026. See the list.
Several restaurant chains, including Wendy's, Papa John's, and Pizza Hut, have announced plans to close locations.
Wendy’s to shutter hundreds of US restaurants — these locations are already closed
Wendy’s will shutter hundreds of US restaurants after reporting an 11.3% sales plunge in its home market, with several locations already closed. The company said it plans to shut down about 5% to 6% ...
Wendy's closing up to 6% of US locations but opening two near Sarasota
Despite plans to cut up to 6% of its locations nationwide in the first half of 2026, Wendy's is opening two new restaurants ...
Wendy’s closes US restaurants and focuses on value to turn around falling sales
Wendy’s is closing several hundred U.S. restaurants and increasing its focus on value after a weaker-than-expected fourth ...
Wendy’s to close roughly 300 US locations in early 2026 after sales plunge
During an earnings call on Friday, the Ohio-based company reported a 10% decline in global same-store sales for its final quarter of 2025. U.S. performance alone was hit even harder, with ...
Full List of Stores Wendy's is Closing in 2026: What We Know So Far
Under the plan, the company expects approximately 5% to 6% of its US restaurants to close. That includes 28 closures that took place during 2025, with the remaining sites expected to shut during 2026.
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Wendy’s closes US restaurants and focuses on value to turn around falling sales
Wendy’s is closing several hundred U.S. restaurants and increasing its focus on value after a weaker-than-expected fourth quarter. The Dublin, Ohio-based company said Friday that its global same-store ...