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99 Ranch Market Shuts Two California Stores
31 Oct
Summary
- Two 99 Ranch Market stores in California are closing.
- The closures will result in 103 employee layoffs.
- The company faces a federal discrimination lawsuit.
Tawa Supermarket Inc., the parent company of 99 Ranch Market, announced the closure of two of its California stores. The Chino location at 4024 Grand Ave. is set to close on November 15, impacting 49 employees. Subsequently, the Pleasanton store at 4299 Rosewood Drive will cease operations on December 5, affecting 54 employees.
The company stated these closures are intended to optimize its store network and allocate resources more effectively. Despite these closures, 99 Ranch Market emphasized its commitment to serving communities with quality products and diverse Pan-Asian selections. The chain, founded in 1984, currently operates over 60 stores across 11 states, with a significant presence in California.
These closures occur amidst increasing competition from other Asian grocers like H Mart, Jagalchi, and T&T Supermarket, which are expanding their footprints in California. Notably, Tawa Supermarket Inc. is also facing a federal discrimination lawsuit filed in June by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, alleging violations of federal law concerning the termination and discrimination against non-Chinese workers based on national origin. The company maintains the claims are without merit and intends to contest them.
