J.C. Penney Closing Stores After Filing For Bankruptcy

JCPenney announced the permanent closure of 242 stores and filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy due to financial struggles exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The company, burdened with over $4 billion in debt, has $500 million in cash and secured $900 million in financing. It is considering selling the company, with Amazon reportedly interested. The pandemic has forced JCPenney to make difficult decisions to ensure the safety of employees and customers. JCPenney is the largest retailer to file for bankruptcy, joining others like Neiman Marcus and J.Crew.

What options is JCPenney considering to restructure its finances?

Which company showed interest in buying JCPenney?