https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/longstanding-fashion-retailer-to-close-120-stores-by-end-of-2026Continuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/longstanding-fashion-retailer-to-close-120-stores-by-end-of-2026https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/longstanding-fashion-retailer-to-close-120-stores-by-end-of-2026#u104551Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:37:07 +0000Charlotte-based Cato Fashions will close 120 stores by the end of 2026 to address underperforming locations and pressure on customer discretionary income. The company, which currently operates 850 locations, announced the closures in a September 18 news release. This move represents the closure of more than 10% of its nationwide stores. The retailer plans to execute these closures during the third and fourth quarters of 2026 after reevaluating its options in the face of retail headwinds.Why it mattersCato is a longstanding family retail chain specializing in affordable women's apparel. Th