Iconic US stationer to close all its stores
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US stationery retailer Papyrus is preparing to close all of its more than 260 physical stores throughout the country.
Brand owner Schurman Retail Group’s COO Dominique Schurman broke the news in a letter to all staff, citing “current challenges of the retail industry”, explaining that the firm had been “diligently working to revitalize our business” during the previous months, without success.
Liquidation firm Gordon Brothers will help with sales as the firm drops off the brick-and-mortar retail map, having traded via its physical outlets since 1973.
“This decision is heartbreaking for me, personally of course,” said Schurman, “and also because I know how dedicated you all have been to your stores and this company”.
At present, it is unclear whether or not the firm will file for bankruptcy.
The company will reportedly maintain its online store and its wholesale business which distributes Papyrus-branded greeting cards to other retailers.
Questions & Answers
Q.How many Papyrus stores are scheduled to close in the US?
How many Papyrus stores are scheduled to close in the US?
Papyrus is planning to close all 260 of its physical stores across the United States. The company has operated these brick-and-mortar outlets since 1973.
Q.What reason did the owner give for closing the stores?
What reason did the owner give for closing the stores?
Brand owner Schurman Retail Group's COO, Dominique Schurman, cited the “current challenges of the retail industry” in a letter to staff. She also mentioned unsuccessful efforts to revitalise the business.
Q.Will Papyrus products still be available for purchase after the store closures?
Will Papyrus products still be available for purchase after the store closures?
Yes, Papyrus products will still be available. The company intends to maintain its online store and its wholesale business, which supplies Papyrus-branded greeting cards to other retailers.
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