Banana Republic staging Mall of America comeback

Banana Republic is making a comeback to the Mall of America, just over a year after closing its previous location there. This return is part of parent company Gap Inc.'s broader strategy to adapt its retail footprint and focus on a “smaller and healthier fleet of stores,” despite previously closing numerous Banana Republic and Gap stores nationwide. The brand has already renovated its Southdale Center store and is currently under construction for its new Mall of America location, which is expected to open soon alongside other major retailers.