Support Good Morning Gwinnett For Only $5.99 A MonthBig Lots, a retail chain, is closing approximately 344 stores nationwide due to declining sales and a challenging consumer environment. The closures are part of a larger trend of store closures in the retail sector, reflecting the impact of economic factors on consumer spending. Despite experiencing a significant decrease in sales, Big Lots will continue operating until its sale to Nexus Capital Management is finalized. This sale, valued at $760 million, marks a significant shift in the company's ownership structure.