Pizza Hut is closing 250 locations in the US
Pizza Hut is shutting down about 250 underperforming locations across the US by mid-2026, which is roughly four percent of its American spots.
The move, announced by parent company Yum! Brands, comes as part of a bigger plan to shake things up and try to turn the brand around.
The closures are tied to Pizza Hut's 'Hut Forward' program
The closures are tied to Pizza Hut's "Hut Forward" program—a push for fresh marketing, tech upgrades, and new franchise deals.
There's also a major review underway that could even lead to selling the brand.
All this follows a rough year: sales dropped five percent in 2025 and another three percent just last quarter.
Meanwhile, Taco Bell (also owned by Yum!) actually grew seven percent during the same time.
This isn't just about fewer pizza shops
This isn't just about fewer pizza shops—it shows Pizza Hut is struggling amid tough competition.
For anyone who grew up grabbing a slice at Pizza Hut or just likes following big business shakeups, it's worth keeping an eye on what happens next.