Bankruptcy News 29 September 2025

Compass-Backed Lugano Diamonds Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Amid Fraud Allegations and Luxury Retail Slowdown

November 18, 2025 Lugano Diamonds & Jewelry Inc., the ultra-luxury jeweler known for multimillion‑dollar bespoke pieces and private salons, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in Delaware and put itself up for sale, just as the crucial holiday shopping season

18 November 2025

Freddy’s Frozen Custard Franchisee M&M Custard Files Chapter 11, Putting 32 Dairy Queen Rival Locations at Risk

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. — One of the largest operators of Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, sending fresh shockwaves through the already-stressed frozen dessert and fast-casual sector on Sunday, November 16, 2025. M&M Custard

16 November 2025

Bankruptcy · Business Updates · Fast Food News · Franchising · Restaurant Industry

Sonder Holdings (SOND) Nears Chapter 7 After Marriott Split: Stock & Bankruptcy Update for November 13, 2025

Sonder Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: SOND), once pitched as a tech‑driven rival to Airbnb and a partner of Marriott International, is now in full collapse mode. The company is winding down operations, expecting to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy of its

13 November 2025

Bankruptcy · Corporate News · Financial Updates · Hospitality Industry · Stock Market

Jack’s Donuts Bankruptcy Shakes Indiana – 64-Year-Old Doughnut Chain Faces Uncertain Future

Chapter 11 Filing and What It Means Jack’s Donuts – an Indiana-based donut chain founded in 1961 – stunned local fans and franchisees by filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in late October 2025 whatnow.com. Chapter 11 is a form

31 October 2025

Bankruptcy · Business News · Food Industry · Indiana · Local Economy

New Fortress Energy Seeks U.K. Lifeline to Dodge Bankruptcy – Shares Crash as $9 B Debt Weighs

Deep Dive: $9 B Debt Crunch Drives Unconventional Plan New Fortress Energy – a company founded by billionaire Wes Edens – grew rapidly in recent years as an integrated gas-to-power provider, building liquefied natural gas terminals, floating LNG (FLNG) facilities, and

29 October 2025

Bankruptcy · Corporate Debt · Energy · Financial News · Stock Market

CandyWarehouse’s Halloween Horror: Major Online Candy Retailer Files for Bankruptcy Days Before Oct 31

CandyWarehouse’s decision is unusual timing. The online sweets retailer said in court filings that it is insolvent and unable to pay its debts. Bankruptcy records confirm the Chapter 11 petition lists roughly $100K–$500K in assets versus $1M–$10M in debts pacermonitor.com. A

28 October 2025

Bankruptcy · Business News · Candy Industry · Halloween · Retail Trends

Jefferies Stock Plunge Deepens Amid Bankruptcy Fallout – Will a Rebound Follow?

Stock Hits Multi-Month Low Amid Legal Fallout Jefferies shares have been on a wild ride in recent weeks, culminating in a steep plunge on October 16. The stock sank intraday to about $50 – territory not seen in over four

17 October 2025

Bankruptcy · Financial News · Investment Analysis · Market Trends · NYSE:JEF · Stock Market

Mexican Dining Crisis: Beloved Chains File Bankruptcy and Close Doors as Industry Hits Breaking Point

In summary, a squeeze on mid-tier Mexican chains is underway: beloved sit-down restaurants are shuttering locations or reorganizing under bankruptcy, even as fast-casual Mexican concepts (like Chipotle) remain popular. Oversupply of similar full-service concepts, plus inflation and labor costs, have

12 October 2025

Bankruptcy · Business News · Food Trends · Mexican Cuisine · Restaurant Industry

Jefferies Scrambles as First Brands’ $10 Billion Bankruptcy Reveals $2.3 Billion in ‘Vanished’ Debt

First Brands’ Debt-Fueled Rise and Spectacular Fall First Brands Group’s journey from industry consolidator to bankruptcy cautionary tale was swift and dramatic. The company – a leading supplier of replacement auto parts like oil filters, brake pads and windshield wipers

9 October 2025

Bankruptcy · Corporate News · Debt Analysis · Finance · Investment · NYSE:JEF

First Brands Group Files for Chapter 11, Discloses $10–$50 Billion in Liabilities

Overall, First Brands Group’s Chapter 11 filing represents a major failure in the auto aftermarket space. It underscores the dangers of aggressive debt structures in a rising-rate environment. For now, the company has stayed open for business, suppliers will continue

30 September 2025

Automotive Industry · Bankruptcy · Business Analysis · Corporate Finance · Legal News · Stock Market

Wolfspeed (WOLF) Stock Skyrockets 1,100% on Shocking Chapter 11 Reorganization

Stock Performance (Sep 29, 2025 & Recent) Wolfspeed’s share price was relatively stable (around $1–$2) in early September after its Chapter 11 filing in June. On Sept 9, shares jumped ~48% to $1.82 when the court confirmed the reorganization plan.

29 September 2025

Bankruptcy · Company Analysis · Financial News · Investing · NASDAQ:WOLF · Stock Market

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