NBC News
Bed Bath & Beyond is closing an additional 87 stores, as the troubled home goods retailer seeks to consolidate its assets ahead of a possible bankruptcy filing.
The company confirmed the closures in a statement, adding it was also closing all Harmon health and beauty store locations.
“As we work with our advisors to consider multiple paths, we are implementing actions to manage our business as efficiently as possible,” it said, adding that it is analyzing its store footprint “based on a variety of factors.”
The chain is also closing five buybuy BABY stores. In total, the company has announced 237 store closures since last year.
The latest closures affect stores nationwide; a full list of the latest locations shutting down can be found here.