Kmart nears extinction
Kmart’s decline has been slow but steady, brought about by years of falling sales, changes in shopping habits and the looming shadow of Walmart
Stay updated with breaking news from Michael Lisicky. Get real-time updates on events, politics, business, and more. Visit us for reliable news and exclusive interviews.
Kmart’s decline has been slow but steady, brought about by years of falling sales, changes in shopping habits and the looming shadow of Walmart
The once prolific red K signs are no more, with only a handful of Kmart stores still open across the U.S. One of those is set to close on April 16.
When the Kmart in Avenel, New Jersey, closes its doors on April 16, it will leave only three remaining U.S. locations for the former retail powerhouse.
The once prolific red K signs are no more, with only a handful of Kmart stores still open across the U.S. One of those is set to close on April 16.
In its heyday, Kmart operated well over 2,000 stores and was firmly a piece of American culture