Pizza Hut announced it will close about 250 restaurants across the United States this year. These closures represent roughly 4% of the brand’s total U.S. locations and are attributed to underperformance at those sites.
The company did not specify which locations will be affected or provide additional details on the criteria for closures. This move is part of a broader strategy to optimize the brand’s operations and focus on more profitable areas.
**Why this matters**
Closing a significant number of restaurants signals challenges within certain parts of Pizza Hut’s network and may impact employees and customers in those communities. The decision reflects ongoing shifts in the restaurant industry, where companies are adjusting their footprints to remain competitive.
Source: NewsData