90-year-old grocery chain confirms new round of store closures | Official Website of Louis Velazquez, entrepreneur, finance guy and tech innovator

For some people, grocery shopping is more of a necessity than a pleasure, yet it remains a routine part of daily life. That’s why the loss of a favorite grocery store can feel unexpectedly personal.

When a trusted neighborhood location closes, especially at a time when rising food prices are straining household budgets, finding a new store that offers the same sense of comfort and reliability can be discouraging.

For decades, Raley’s has been that dependable go-to for many shoppers.

The first Raley’s store opened in 1935 and eventually grew to operate 119 stores across Northern California and Nevada, becoming a household staple for everyday grocery needs.

In 2021, The Raley’s Companies was formed following the acquisition of Bashas’ Family of Stores. Today, the company operates more than 235 locations under multiple banners across seven states and four Tribal Nations, employing more than 20,000 people, according to its website.

Those banners include Raley’s, Bel Air, Nob Hill Foods, Raley’s O-N-E Market, Bashas’, Bashas’ Diné, Food City, AJ’s Fine Foods, Food Source, and Eddie’s Country Store.

Now, as 2026 begins, The Raley’s Companies has joined the growing list of retailers announcing store closures.

The Raley’s Companies confirms two California store closures

The Raley’s Companies confirmed in an email to The Street that it will permanently close two grocery stores in California in the coming days.

The Raley’s store at 1915 Douglas Boulevard in Roseville, California, is scheduled for closing on January 27, 2026, ending more than 34 years of service in the community. Around 45 employees will be affected by the shutdown.

Additionally, the Nob Hill Foods store at 1250 Grant Road in Mountain View, California, will close after nearly two decades in operation. Approximately 50 employees will be impacted.

Raley’s Companies Advisor Chelsea Carbahal told The Street that both closures are the result of expiring leases. After reviewing the stores’ performance and broader economic conditions, the company ultimately decided not to renew the leases to support its long-term business strategy.

The company said it plans to help the roughly 95 affected employees during the transition and aid them in finding positions at nearby stores.

The Raley’s Companies confirm two California store closures in 2026.

Shutterstock

Raley’s offers reassurance to one impacted community

The Roseville closure does not mark a complete exit from the area. The Raley’s Companies continues to operate several nearby locations and encourages customers to continue shopping at those stores.

“We want to thank our loyal customers for their support. While this location will close, our commitment to the Roseville community remains strong through our other stores,” said Carbahal to The Street. “We look forward to continuing to serve our customers at one of these locations and throughout our family of stores.”

Nearby Raley’s locations serving Roseville-area shoppers

6845 Douglas Boulevard, Granite Bay, California
4008 Foothills Boulevard, Roseville, California
4051 Woodcreek Oaks Boulevard, Roseville, California
1039 Sunrise Avenue, Roseville, California
1970 Blue Oaks Boulevard, Roseville, California

However, the closure of the Nob Hill Foods store in Mountain View will end The Raley’s Companies’ presence in that area entirely, as no other company banners currently operate nearby, according to its store locator.

Store closures reflect broader retail challenges

These latest shutdowns follow a series of closures across The Raley’s Companies’ banners over the past several years. Like many retailers, the company continues to feel the lingering effects of the Covid pandemic, along with economic uncertainty, slowing consumer spending, rising operational costs, and expiring leases.

Recent The Raley’s Companies closures

2019: Closed 27 Raley’s in-store pharmacies (Source:Supermarket News)
2020: Closed two Food Source stores in Sacramento, California (Source:The Business Journals)
2021: Closed Market 5-ONE-5 in Sacramento, California (Source:The Bee)
2022: Closed two Nob Hill Foods stores in California’s Bay Area (Source:The Business Journal)
2023: Closed a Raley’s store in South Lake Tahoe, California (Source:Reno Gazette Journal)
2025: Closed a Food City store in South Tucson, Arizona (Source:TheStreet)

Retail industry faces mounting pressure

The Raley’s Companies closures come amid widespread struggles throughout the U.S. retail industry. Economic uncertainty, shifting consumer habits, and ongoing trade pressures are forcing many retailers to downsize or consolidate their operations, contributing to a surge in store closures and layoffs at a time when inflation and rising costs are already squeezing household budgets.

Store closures announced in 2025 were up 67% compared to the previous year, according to CoreSight Research. By July, nearly 6,000 shutdowns had been reported nationwide, far surpassing the 3,496 closures recorded during the same period in 2024.

“For consumers, the fallout means fewer choices, diminished access to in-person shopping, and, in some cases, higher prices due to reduced competition,” said Approved Funding President and Chief Lending Officer Shmuel Shayowitz.

More Store Closures:

Job losses have also accelerated. More than 1.2 million job cuts were made in 2025, a 58% increase from the year prior, according to the Challenger, Gray, & Christmas 2025 Job Cut Announcement Report. The retail sector alone accounted for nearly 93,000 layoff announcements, a 123% surge.

“The implications of these closures go far beyond the retail floor,” added Shayowitz. “Thousands of workers are losing their jobs, many of them in communities where retail employment has historically been one of the biggest anchors.”

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics‘ Employment Situation update, 911,000 fewer jobs than expected were added in the 12 months through March 2025, signaling a notable slowdown.

In August, only 22,000 new non-farm payrolls were recorded, while the unemployment rate rose to 4.3%, the highest level in nearly four years.

“While the pace of layoffs has picked up somewhat, the hiring rate remains quite low. It is increasingly difficult for those laid off, and for new entrants into the job market, to find a position,” said The Mortgage Bankers Association Chief Economist Mike Fratantoni in a statement.

Industry analysts warn that continued store closures and layoffs could further strain an already fragile economy.

“The widespread closures of physical retail stores in the digital age significantly impact business outcomes, urban communities, and regional economies,” said industry experts at ScienceDirect. “Understanding this phenomenon is crucial for retailers, policymakers, and society at large.”