Apple Sets June 20 Shutdown for 3 U.S. Stores as Mall Decline Deepens
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Updated · 9to5Mac · Jun 3
Apple Sets June 20 Shutdown for 3 U.S. Stores as Mall Decline Deepens
3 articles · Updated · 9to5Mac · Jun 3
Summary
June 20 is now the confirmed closing date for Apple’s stores in Trumbull, Escondido’s North County and Towson, with Trumbull and North County shutting at 9 p.m. and Towson at 8 p.m.
Apple said weakening mall conditions and the exit of other retailers drove the decision, pointing to troubles at Trumbull Mall, the Shops at North County and Towson Town Center.
Towson carries added scrutiny because it was Apple’s first unionized U.S. store; the IAM said the closure could be union busting and is weighing legal action.
Apple said Trumbull and North County staff can move to nearby stores, while Towson workers must apply for open roles under the collective bargaining agreement.
The closures come even as Apple says it is still expanding its retail footprint, having opened 11 stores globally in the past year and upgraded or replaced 14 others.