Barneys New York

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For Barneys' Brands, It's All About Damage Control

6 November 2019 • By Cathaleen Chen

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For Barneys' Brands, It's All About Damage Control

Under the owner Authentic Brands Group, vendors will not only lose a long-term buyer but also endure deep discounts in Barneys liquidation sales.

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It’s Official: Barneys New York's New Owner Is Authentic Brands Group

1 November 2019 • By Cathaleen Chen

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It’s Official: Barneys New York's New Owner Is Authentic Brands Group

The licensing firm’s $271.4 million acquisition of the bankrupt luxury department store has closed, but there are plans to keep a physical footprint.

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Why ‘Save’ Barneys? Maybe It’s Time to Move On.

28 October 2019 • By Lauren Sherman

28 October 2019 • By Lauren Sherman

With the store's fate still uncertain, the energy of those trying to resurrect its past glories could be better directed elsewhere, argues Lauren Sherman.

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Why ‘Save’ Barneys? Maybe It’s Time to Move On.

With the store's fate still uncertain, the energy of those trying to resurrect its past glories could be better directed elsewhere, argues Lauren Sherman.

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Authentic Brands Declares Victory in Barneys Bid, But It's Not a Done Deal

25 October 2019 • By Cathaleen Chen

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Authentic Brands Declares Victory in Barneys Bid, But It's Not a Done Deal

Authentic Brands Group said it had succeeded in its bid for the luxury retailer, but two competing bidders say they are still in the running.

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How Fast Is Gucci Growing?

20 October 2019 • By Brian Baskin

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How Fast Is Gucci Growing?

This week everyone will be talking about Gucci's latest sales figures, Nordstrom's big new Manhattan store and the twists and turns of Barneys' bankruptcy. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.

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Authentic Brands Group Bids $271 Million For Barneys, Plans to Close All 7 Stores

17 October 2019 • By Cathaleen Chen

17 October 2019 • By Cathaleen Chen

The licensing group is the preferred bidder in an auction that runs through Oct. 22. If the bid succeeds, liquidation could start soon after.

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Authentic Brands Group Bids $271 Million For Barneys, Plans to Close All 7 Stores

The licensing group is the preferred bidder in an auction that runs through Oct. 22. If the bid succeeds, liquidation could start soon after.

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Report: Barneys Nears Bankruptcy Deal With Authentic Brands Group

15 October 2019 • By Reuters

15 October 2019 • By Reuters

After filing for bankruptcy earlier this summer, the luxury department-store chain closes in on a $270 million deal, according to sources familiar with the matter.

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Report: Barneys Nears Bankruptcy Deal With Authentic Brands Group

After filing for bankruptcy earlier this summer, the luxury department-store chain closes in on a $270 million deal, according to sources familiar with the matter.

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Barneys Gets Letters of Interest From Potential Buyers

26 September 2019 • By Bloomberg

26 September 2019 • By Bloomberg

Two of the five would-be suitors would want all of the assets, while the others are interested in just parts of the bankrupt retailer, according to sources familiar with the matter.

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Barneys Gets Letters of Interest From Potential Buyers

Two of the five would-be suitors would want all of the assets, while the others are interested in just parts of the bankrupt retailer, according to sources familiar with the matter.

Luxury’s Addiction to China Leaves It Exposed

9 September 2019 • By Pierre Mallevays

9 September 2019 • By Pierre Mallevays

This month, the SLI tumbled in the face of deteriorating trade talks between China and the US, compounded by a devaluation of the yuan and continued pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong.

Luxury’s Addiction to China Leaves It Exposed

This month, the SLI tumbled in the face of deteriorating trade talks between China and the US, compounded by a devaluation of the yuan and continued pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong.

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Barneys Wants ‘Strong Digitally Focused Partner’ for Next Stage

27 August 2019 • By Bloomberg

27 August 2019 • By Bloomberg

The struggling legacy retailer hopes to implement a bigger push into food, entertainment and experiences, as well as improved operational efficiency within the company.

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Barneys Wants ‘Strong Digitally Focused Partner’ for Next Stage

The struggling legacy retailer hopes to implement a bigger push into food, entertainment and experiences, as well as improved operational efficiency within the company.