Wendy’s is planning to close hundreds of its U.S. locations, with initial estimates pointing to roughly 200–350 closures despite about 6,000 stores remaining. The closures are part of a turnaround effort targeting underperforming units, and in some cases may involve upgrades or changes in ownership rather than immediate full shutdowns. Exact lists of affected addresses have not been published yet, and the timeline cited centers on starting in the fourth quarter of 2025 and continuing into 2026. Key takeaways
- Scope: Approximately 200–350 Wendy’s restaurants nationwide could close. This follows a prior round of closures the previous year.
- Rationale: The company aims to remove underperforming locations that drag down brand performance and franchisee profitability, with some closures accompanied by relocations or operational upgrades.
- Timing and specifics: Closures are slated to begin in late 2025, but no specific store list has been released.
- Regional note: Arizona has Wendy’s locations (about 106 nationwide in the state) and will be affected only insofar as state-level closures occur among national totals; detailed state-by-state impact has not been published.
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