Part of American pop culture, synonymous with the age of the automobile, the rise of consumerism and the death of small town Main Street, America’s malls have had a rough ride in the 21 st century.

The list of large companies that have gone bankrupt or closed numerous stores in 2025 has been long, and includes craft chain Joann, Party City, Kohl’s, Big Lots, Claire’s, Dick’s Sporting Goods, and ...