KUALA LUMPUR — Metro announced that it will discontinue its Paragon and Causeway Point stores once their leases expire, part of a broader shift away from large‑format department stores.
According to reporting circulating internationally, the move follows a strategic review of the retailer’s operations, which has identified limited growth potential in the traditional department store model.
Metro said the decision aligns with its plan to focus on smaller, more agile retail formats that can better meet changing consumer preferences.
The closures will affect hundreds of staff and a substantial customer base that has relied on the Paragon and Causeway Point locations for a wide range of goods.
Lease agreements for both sites are set to conclude in the coming months, after which Metro will not renew the contracts or pursue new tenants.
The announcement comes amid a broader trend in the region, with other retailers also re‑evaluating large‑format spaces in response to shifting retail dynamics and the rise of e‑commerce.
