Papa Murphy’s is closing stores, joins list of national pizza chains to shutter locations in 2026

Papa Murphy's is joining the ranks of struggling pizza chains like Pizza Hut and Papa John's by announcing plans to close up to 50 stores in 2026. This move highlights the ongoing challenges facing the pizza industry, marked by declining sales and increasing competition. The closures reflect broader financial struggles within the fast-casual dining sector, as highlighted by the recent earnings report from Canadian conglomerate MTY Food Group. This trend underscores the need for these companies to innovate or rethink their business models to stay afloat.