Ikea to close locations in 2 states

Ikea shoppers in Charlotte and Austin will soon have fewer options for home design consultations and pickup services.The Sweden-founded retail giant is closing its South Charlotte and Austin-Domain, Texas, "Plan & order point with Pick-up" locations on Aug. 30, 2026, according to notices posted on the company’s website.The smaller-format sites allow customers to get help with planning kitchens, rooms and business spaces, while also offering pickup services.Both locations will remain op