Why are so many stores closing now? Forbes contributor Richard Kestenbaum says it\u2019s because they don't meet consumers' needs. End of discussion. On the podcast, he explains why things are changing so much, what consumers want, and what existing retailers can do about it.\n\nListen to this episode to learn:\n\u2022\tThe biggest reason why stores are closing now\n\u2022\tWhy the importance of retail stores has declined as technology has grown\n\u2022\tHow different generations impact the evolution of the retail industry