Discount Retailer Big Lots Announces Doors Will Stay Open Through Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Sale to Nexus Capital Management

Big Lots store

Big Lots said Monday the retail discount chain is filing for bankruptcy, citing such factors as high inflation and interest rates.

The company is filing for chapter 11 bankruptcy in which Nexus Capital Management, a private equity firm, will acquire most of Big Lots’ locations and oversee its operations when the process is complete, according to the bankruptcy filing.

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