
Saks Off 5th began closing nine stores in January
The off-price chain started shutting a round of locations in January 2026, a reminder that outlet and off-price inventory shifts change what bargain hunters actually find on racks.
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The off-price chain started shutting a round of locations in January 2026, a reminder that outlet and off-price inventory shifts change what bargain hunters actually find on racks.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on January 13, 2026 that apparel prices climbed 0.6 percent in December, outpacing overall inflation for the month.