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Rue21 has filed for bankruptcy, again.

Rue21 Files for Third Bankruptcy, Plans to Close all 500+ Stores

Seven years into its most recent comeback, teen fashion retailer Rue21 has filed for its third bankruptcy, citing…

News May 6
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Best Buy’s Commitment to LGBTQ+ Causes Questioned by NY State Comptroller

The office of New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli has sent a letter to the top executives at…

News May 3
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Beyond Inc. Brings in Slate of Retail Heavyweights for C-Suite

Following its acquisition of Zulily and the revival of Overstock.com, Beyond, Inc. is shoring up its executive team…

News May 2
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Former L’Occitane CEO Looks to Acquire, Privatize the Company

L’Occitane Groupe, the controlling shareholder of L’Occitane International, has submitted an offer to acquire the remaining shares of…

News April 30
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Joann Ready to Reemerge from Bankruptcy as Private Company

Crafting retailer Joann expects to emerge from bankruptcy in the next few days, a little over one month…

News April 29
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Walgreens Looks to ‘Break Through Health Care Silos’ with New Specialty Pharmacy Division

Walgreens is bringing all of its specialty pharmacy services into one integrated unit and expanding its offerings for…

News April 26
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Furniture Retailer Moves to 100% Employee Ownership Model

Room & Board has transitioned to a 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), giving its 1,100 employees a…

News April 26
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Big Lots Boosts Liquidity with $200 Million Loan Facility

Beleaguered retailer Big Lots has increased its borrowing capacity by up to $200 million with a new “first…

News April 24
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JD Sports Strengthens U.S. Footprint with $1.1 Billion Acquisition of Hibbett

UK-based sports retailer JD Sports Fashion has agreed to acquire athletic fashion retailer Hibbett for $87.50 per share, representing…

News April 23
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