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flag Wendy’s to close 300–350 U.S. stores in 2026 due to financial struggles, targeting underperforming locations.

flag Wendy’s plans to close 300 to 350 U.S. locations in 2026, or 5% to 6% of its restaurants, targeting underperforming stores due to ongoing financial challenges including a 5.5% revenue drop in the fourth quarter. flag The closures follow prior reductions of 240 stores in 2024 and 28 in 2025. flag The company is introducing new menu items like a cheesy bacon cheeseburger, expanding chicken options, and boosting digital marketing and value pricing to improve performance. flag While no specific Illinois locations, including Rockford, have been confirmed for closure, stores with low traffic, high competition, or outdated facilities may be affected. flag Final decisions rely on internal metrics not publicly disclosed, and customers should watch for changes, though no official list has been released.

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