Albertsons Continues Store Closures Amid Consolidation Strategy

Albertsons, a 111-year-old grocery store chain, is closing more stores in 2026 as part of its shift away from expansion and towards consolidation. The closures, which include a Safeway location in Washington, D.C., are part of a broader pattern of at least 30 store closures in 2025 and additional closures already underway in 2026. The closures are part of a larger trend in the US retail landscape, with many consumers facing disruptions to access to essentials and increased transportation costs.