Store Tracker 9 minutes PremiumWeekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2019, Week 22: Cato Announces Closures Coresight Research May 31, 2019 Executive SummaryCoresight Research tracks news about store closures, openings and bankruptcies. Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker focuses on department stores and specialty retail stores, including, but not limited to, those selling softlines, hardlines, consumer electronics, groceries and furniture. Click here to view our full collection of Weekly US and UK Store Trackers. In the US, year-to-date announced closures have already exceeded the total we recorded for the full year 2018. Coresight Research estimates announced US store closures could reach 12,000 by the end of 2019. So far this year, US retailers have announced 7,215 store closures and 2,784 store openings. This compares to 5,864 closures and 3,239 openings for the full year 2018. Year to date, UK retailers have announced 325 store closures and 368 store openings. This report is for paying subscribers only. Already a paying subscriber? Please log in to see the entire report.If you wish to learn more about our subscription plans and become a paying subscriber, click here. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: Store Tracker Extra: US and UK Store Openings and Closures 2022 Review and 2023 OutlookInnovator Intelligence: Achieving Social and Live Commerce Success with Authentic, Interactive and Engaging ContentShoptalk 2023 Day Four: AI, Engagement and Omnichannel Dominate DiscussionsWeinswig’s Weekly: What Are the Prospects for US Holiday Retailing?