Big Lots weighing possibility of bankruptcy filing as sales dwindle

Big Lots is reportedly weighing the possibility of filing for bankruptcy due to declining sales. The discount retailer is considering filing for bankruptcy as a potential option, Bloomberg reported late Wednesday, citing people with knowledge of the plans. A source familiar with the situation told the outlet that Big Lots is trying to dodge Chapter 11 by hunting for investors. BIG LOTS COULD POTENTIALLY CLOSE 315 STORES Bloomberg's report came about two-and-a-half months after the discount retailer flagged ...