Wendy's Plans Major Store Closures

Wendy's is planning to close up to 350 underperforming locations across the United States by 2026 as part of a major restructuring and turnaround strategy amid declining sales and franchise pressures. The fast food chain, led by its CEO, aims to revitalize its brand with a 'fresh' approach, which has already resulted in the closure of 140 sites, while planning an equal number of new openings. This substantial shift may affect locations nationwide, including some in Virginia and New Jersey, and could result in significant job losses for employees at shuttered sites.