California Start-Up Will Buy Assets of Bankrupt Swedish Battery Maker

Lyten will acquire German and Swedish factories built by Northvolt, which declared bankruptcy in March.

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Claire’s, Teen Jewelry Chain, Files for Bankruptcy a 2nd Time

Once ubiquitous for ear piercing at the mall, Claire’s faced financial volatility along with other bricks-and-mortar retailers. It last filed for bankruptcy in 2018.

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Del Monte Foods, the Canned Goods Giant, Files for Bankruptcy

The company behind brands like College Inn and Kitchen Basics faces issues including rising debt, changing consumer habits and pandemic missteps.

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23andMe Customers Did Not Expect Their DNA Data Would Be Sold, Lawsuit Claims

The genetic-testing company, which collected DNA data from users, is for sale in bankruptcy court. Now, 27 states and the District of Columbia oppose selling the data without express consent.

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Will Hudson’s Bay’s 355-Year-Old Charter Go to the Highest Bidder?

The bankruptcy receivers want to auction the founding document signed by Charles II in 1670. Others say it belongs to the public.

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How Manhattan Country School Suddenly Collapsed

Inspired by the civil rights movement, Manhattan Country School educated the children of aristocrats and undocumented immigrants. Then it got into real estate.

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Hudson’s Bay Stores to Close in Canada

Bargain hunters picked over what was left at the Hudson’s Bay Company’s remaining stores, part of a vast empire that was North America’s oldest corporation.

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23andMe to Be Bought by Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, a Biotech Company, for $256 Million

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals said it would acquire 23andMe, which filed for bankruptcy in March and would continue to offer consumer DNA testing services.

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WeightWatchers Files for Bankruptcy to Reduce $1 Billion in Debt

The company, which has shaped how millions eat and exercise, is trying to reduce its debt as it expands its telehealth business.

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Hooters Files for Bankruptcy, but Its Restaurants Will Stay Open

A group that includes the restaurant’s founders will buy restaurants from the private equity firm that owns many locations of the chain.

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