Walgreens to close 1,200 stores across US. How many are stores in Connecticut?

Walgreens is closing about 1,200 of its stores around the country, the pharmacy announced Tuesday.

The retailer announced the news in an earnings report Tuesday, saying that the closures will occur within the next three years. The company said it plans to close 500 stores in fiscal year 2025, which closes June 30, 2025.

Walgreens previously confirmed plans in June to USA TODAY to close unprofitable stores but did not disclose how many locations would be affected at the time.

The company said the closures are part of a multi-year cost-cutting effort.

Here's what to know.

Which Walgreens stores are closing?

Walgreens has not announced which of its stores will be closing yet, but the company said it will be shuttering about 1,200 locations. The company has nearly 9,000 locations nationwide, according to its website.

The first wave of closures is expected to affect about 500 stores by the end of fiscal year 2025, which end on June 30, 2025.

How many Walgreens are there in Connecticut?

There are more than 70 Walgreens locations in Connecticut. Find the full list on Walgreens' website.

Walgreens among other struggling retailers

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