Macy’s to Close 28 Stores Across US Despite Improved Sales

The Midtown Manhattan's Macy's department store with holiday decorations in this file photo from 2009. Chris Hondros/Getty Images

Macy’s is closing more than two dozen stores as troubles mount for the legendary retailer, according to reports on Wednesday. The chain is also planning to shutter a call center, affecting around 800 jobs alone.

In all, the company will shutter 28 Macy’s stores and one Bloomingdale’s location across the United States, reported Fox News and CNBC. Macy’s operates around 860 stores across the country.