Traditional grocery chains across the U.S. are continuing to trim underperforming stores as competition, softer consumer spending and higher operating costs pressure margins. In California, West Sacramento-based Raley’s, a grocery company founded in 1935, has now confirmed additional closures in its home state. The latest announcement expands a store reduction plan that now stretches across Northern California and into early 2027.
Raley’s confirmed another round of closures on August 24
Raley’s confirmed on August 24 that it plans to close stores in Brentwood, California; Petaluma, California; and Elko, Nevada, according to Supermarket News and Progressive Grocer. Those closures are scheduled for Nov. 3, 2026, in Brentwood, Dec. 8, 2026, in Elko, and Jan. 26, 2027, in Petaluma, trade publications reported after speaking with the company. A Raley’s spokesperson said the decision for each store reflected local market conditions and long-term financial sustainability.
The newly announced closures add to earlier shutdowns already reported this year. Supermarket News said the latest round will bring the total number of Raley’s closures announced for 2026 and early 2027 to seven stores. ...