Deals

Barneys to make comeback next year — in Saks

Barneys New York will make its return to the retail stage next year.
Men’s Wearhouse owner exits Chapter 11

Tailored Brands is ready for its next chapter.
Ascena Retail selling Ann Taylor, Loft and other brands for $540 million

Ascena Retail Group has entered into a deal that will greatly boost Sycamore Partners’ retail portfolio.
Parent company of U.K.’s Topshop goes into bankruptcy

The formerly high-flying Arcadia Group has come back down to earth with a thud.
In Mass., mall to be replaced by distribution center

Greendale Mall in Worcester could serve as the poster child for COVID-19’s acceleration of online shopping and demand for merchandise fulfillment services.
69-Acre mixed-use project breaks ground outside Raleigh

Hines and Columbia Development has broken ground on what will be one of the largest retail-focused developments under construction in the United States this year.
Guitar Center to reduce debt with bankruptcy filing

Guitar Center plans to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection by the end of the year.
Francesca's to close 140 stores by end of January

Francesca's Holdings Corp. is considering its options, including bankruptcy.

Francesca’s to close 97 more stores