HHGregg closing 88 stores, three distribution facilities
The closure of 40 percent of the retailer’s stores will result in the elimination of about 1,500 jobs.
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HHGregg preparing to file for bankruptcy, sources say
The 61-year-old retailer of appliances and electronics is preparing to file for bankruptcy as it grapples with an ongoing slump in sales, according to people familiar with the matter.
HHGregg hires outside advisers to help with ongoing woes
Indianapolis-based HHGregg Inc. is turning to investment banks “to pursue a range of potential strategic and financial transactions” as the struggling appliances and electronics retailer battles sinking sales.
Undaunted, HHGregg CEO sees clear path to turnaround
Robert Riesbeck, appointed to the top job last year, says growth opportunities in appliances and furniture are sufficient to offset declines in the company's battered consumer electronics product line.
Stumbling HHGregg shares face delisting from stock exchange
The New York Stock Exchange has notified HHGregg that the company’s stock price needs rise above avoid a delisting. Its market cap also needs a boost.
Struggling HHGregg lays off 100 in bid to save $15M a year
In a statement, CEO Robert Riesbeck said: "While decisions like this are never easy, we are taking the necessary steps to preserve and grow our business during the continued challenging retail environment.”
HHGregg lives up to predictions with dismal quarter
The retailer took a whopping loss of $58.3 million in the quarter, more than double the loss of $26.9 million it took in the third quarter of the previous year.
Survival questions swirl over HHGregg
The company's shares took a dramatic tumble on Jan. 9, after it reported disastrous preliminary sales figures for the quarter ended Dec. 31.
HHGregg expecting major drop in sales in latest quarter
HHGregg released preliminary sales results for its latest quarter Monday after the market closed. Shares fell 24 percent in after-hours trading, to $1 each, after closing at $1.31.
HHGregg hires new chief merchandising officer
Aaron Trahan, 32, is the fifth person to hold this job since 2012 at the struggling Indianapolis-based retailer.
2016 TOP STORIES: Locally based retailers send CEOs packing
Three major Indianapolis-based retailers struggling with declining sales replaced their CEOs this year as they tried to improve company financials.
HHGregg posts steep quarterly loss on falling sales
The Indianapolis-based appliance and electronics retailer suffered another money-losing quarter, though its strategy to focus more on appliances is making headway.
HHGregg fires merchandising chief as revolving door continues
Keith Zimmerman had been with the struggling Indianapolis-based chain since December 2014. A senior executive said HHGregg has begun the search for a new chief merchandising officer who will "move a little faster" and bring greater creativity to the job.
HHGregg to close for Thanksgiving
"It's time to stop the madness," said CEO Robert Riesbeck, who noted that the appliance chain wasn't seeing a huge spike in business on the holiday anyway.
The Interview Issue: Robert Riesbeck
Just two months into the job, HHGregg CEO Robert Riesbeck believes the struggling retailer “still has long-term viability.” He aims to boost results in part by doubling-down on appliances—a strategy that includes opening more locations of the super-premium Fine Lines chain.
HHGregg adds IndyCar team owner to board
Michael Andretti, owner of Andretti Autosport, has become a director following a sponsorship deal between the struggling retailer and the racing team.
Former HHGregg chief named CEO at health services firm
Dennis May, who left HHGregg Inc. in February after nearly seven years as CEO of the retail chain, has a taken a new job at a health care company that has plans for regional growth.
Struggling retailer HHGregg plans closures for six stores
The electronics and appliance retailer also announced more personnel moves, including the appointment of a new chief financial officer.
HHGregg fills senior marketing vacancy, other key positions
The Indianapolis-based retailer promoted Chris Sutton to senior vice president of marketing, following the departure last month of his predecessor. It also hired two merchandising execs.
HHGregg loses money again, but tops analyst expectations
HHGregg Inc. failed to turn a profit for the 11th straight quarter as sales at the Indianapolis-based retail chain continued to fall, but the company did see some improvement in key financial categories.