Walgreens is closing locations in 2026, but not as many as planned, reports say

Walgreens is closing fewer than 100 stores in 2026 as part of its store optimization strategy, down from initial projections of 700 closures. The company confirmed 15 specific store closures across multiple states, citing reasons like expiring leases, underperforming sales, and safety concerns. Walgreens remains the second-largest pharmacy business in the U.S. with 8,500 locations.