Walgreens Projects Fewer Than 100 Store Closures in 2026

Why it matters locally: While the 2026 closures are projected to be fewer than previously anticipated nationwide, Californians may still experience impacts from the company's broader plan to close approximately 1,200 locations over the next three years, including a previously cited store closure in San Francisco.

Walgreens projects it will close fewer than 100 store locations in 2026. This figure represents a decrease from previous internal company projections, which had anticipated closing closer to 700 stores for that year. The drugstore chain intends to close approximately 1,200 locations over the next three years. Company executives state these actions aim to improve Walgreens' U.S. operations. Among the locations identified for closure in previous periods, one store at 1301 Market Street in San Francisco, California, and another at 12041 Palm were cited as examples. Walgreens expects the 2026 closures to occur across various states.