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Parent of Ann Taylor, Lane Bryant Files for Chapter 11
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Parent of Ann Taylor, Lane Bryant Files for Chapter 11

The struggling retail group said COVID-19 severely disrupted its turnaround progress.
By Lauren Muskett | July 23, 2020
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Ascena Retail to Close All Dressbarn Stores
Strategy

Ascena Retail to Close All Dressbarn Stores

"The decision was difficult, but necessary, as the Dressbarn chain has not been operating at an acceptable level of profitability."
By Matthew Heller | May 21, 2019
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J. Crew Names Retail Veteran as New CFO
People

J. Crew Names Retail Veteran as New CFO

Michael Nicholson takes over as finance chief as the retailer works to correct operational missteps that have hurt sales.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | December 4, 2015
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Ascena Targets Working Women With $2B Deal
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Ascena Targets Working Women With $2B Deal

Owner of Lane Bryant adds Ann Taylor and Loft brands, creating a firm with more than 4,900 stores.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | May 18, 2015
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