Retailer rue21 makes progress after filing for bankruptcy

Published: 11-Sep-2017
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Seller of brands such as Winky Lux lipsticks and Eos lip balms takes steps forward in business transformation just four months after filing for bankruptcy

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Retailer rue21 makes progress after filing for bankruptcy

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US online retailer rue21 has announced that its reorganisation plan has been approved by the US Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania.

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