Bed Bath & Beyond has confirmed that it will no longer open and operate retail stores in California. The home goods retailer mentioned excessive taxes and heavy regulation as the reasons for the move, which follows the debates concerning the business environment in the state.
Highlights
- Executive Chairman of Bed Bath & Beyond, Marcus Lemonis, released a statement on August 20, 2025.
- He announced that Bed Bath & Beyond will not open brick-and-mortar stores in California.
- The company cited high taxes and strict regulations as key challenges to operating profitably in the state.
Bed Bath & Beyond Shuts Out California Market
Amid speculation about potential store openings, Bed Bath & Beyond clarified on social media that it will not expand into California. On August 20, 2025, Marcus Lemonis, the Executive Chairman of the brand, announced that retail stores of Bed Bath & Beyond will no longer operate in California.
Lemonis stated, “This isn’t about politics — it’s about reality.” He added that the state’s regulatory environment has become too challenging for sustainable operations. High taxes, fees, and wage requirements hinder growth and make it harder to keep stores open. Committed to serving its customers and shareholders, the brand will offer 24- to 48-hour delivery in California through its website.
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Brick-and-mortar stores in other states will remain open, while California residents can order products online, avoiding the higher costs of in-store operations.
About Bed Bath & Beyond
Bed Bath & Beyond established itself as one of the largest home goods retailers in the country by catering to a large variety of bedding, kitchen, and home decor. The company has experienced difficult times in the past few years, such as the closure of stores and restructuring strategies; however, the firm remains operational in many states.
The company emphasizes that its products support everyday life at home, from bedding to kitchen essentials. The retailer aims to enhance home living with a wide range of practical and decorative products.
Bed Bath & Beyond will continue operating in other states, but its decision highlights the difficulties national retailers face navigating California’s regulatory environment.
