Apr
06
Rue21 Said to Ready Bankruptcy Filing as Soon as This Month
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Company would be latest mall retailer to seek protection
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Pennsylvania-based chain operates more than 1,000 stores
Rue21 Inc., a teen clothing chain backed by private equity firm Apax Partners, is preparing to file for bankruptcy, according to people familiar with the matter.
A filing could come as soon as this month, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the process isn’t public. As it negotiates with lenders, the company has a forbearance agreement in place that lasts through late April…