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Popular clothing retailer faces Chapter 11 bankruptcy, cash crisis

The company has shared that it's reviewing its options when it comes to continued operations.

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BP makes interim CFO permanent

With Kate Thomson, the London-based oil giant holds a spot in the still relatively rarefied ranks of major companies with women in the top finance role.

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Another national retailer faces Chapter 11 bankruptcy, default

A key ratings service has warned of a 'high default risk' and has warned customers to mitigate their exposure.

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‘It’s a tough industry out there’: A look at the furniture supply chain’s challenging year

Operational headaches have contributed to financial failures among some suppliers. That has created problems for retailers — and opportunities.

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The Middle-Market Rip Current That Might Spoil the Economic Bliss of 2024

Even if the Fed lowers its benchmark interest rate, more medium-sized private companies will face dire financial straits this year, according to new research.

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RapidRatings’ James Gellert: Boeing declines in financial health rating

James Gellert, RapidRatings executive chair, joins ‘The Exchange’ to discuss the financial health of Boeing, shipping companies, and more.

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There's a hidden crisis hurting mid-sized companies

Many of America's smaller private companies are struggling financially, but you may not have realized.

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Private US Companies Increasingly Going Bust as Profit Shrinks

Private US companies are seeing their earnings and profit margins collapse after the Federal Reserve’s rate hikes have lifted financing costs, and are increasingly going broke, according to a report.

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The "riptide" economy, explained

If you're looking exclusively at public companies to assess the health of U.S. businesses, you're missing a big piece of the puzzle.

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Innovative automotive company files Chapter 11 bankruptcy

The once-promising company incurred a mountain of debt, which led to a breakdown.

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