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Wendy’s store closures: Franchisee could close another 60 locations in Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Fast Company·Oct 26, 2026 · 4:10 PM CT
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Meritage Hospitality Group, one of Wendy's largest franchisees, is seeking court approval to close between 20 and 60 more restaurants through Nov. 13 as part of its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filed in September. Meritage operated 314 Wendy's locations at the time of filing and has already closed 33 underperforming stores. Specific locations have not been named.

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