Dozens of Big Lots stores will open this week as the popular retailer makes a comeback
- Big Lots plans to reopen 132 stores in May as it works to rebuild under new ownership after bankruptcy.
- Variety Wholesalers acquired between 200 and 400 stores, operating them under the Big Lots brand.
- The May store openings will occur across 14 states, with most openings in North Carolina, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.
- Lisa Seigies stated that customer response to the new inventory has been overwhelmingly positive.
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Dozens of Big Lots stores will open this week as the popular retailer makes a comeback
Big Lots' new owners announced the list of stores that will reopen next month on May 1 and May 15.
Big Lots comeback: More than 100 Big Lots stores reopening across the US
Months after discount furniture retailer Big Lots announced it was closing all remaining stores following a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, the new owner of the company released an update: more than 100 stores would reopen. Beginning in May of 2025, Big Lots will reopen 132 stores, a release from the store’s new owners Variety Wholesalers said. The news also follows recent reports that some stores were also set to reopen this month. “We’re excited…
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