The closures function as a de facto penalty for protest-linked activity, raising operational risk for consumer-facing businesses that participate in strikes or express political support on social media. With no stated legal basis or process, affected firms face open-ended downtime, lost revenue, and potential lease and payroll defaults, pushing more activity into informal channels. The move also signals a tighter enforcement environment for gathering places in central and northern Tehran, increasing compliance and reputational constraints for brands operating locally.