Lucky, Forever 21 operator merges with JCPenney
Briefly

SPARC Group, which operates several fashion brands, has merged with JCPenney to create Catalyst Brands, an entity aimed at enhancing retail performance through strategic brand management.
With a combined revenue of approximately $9 billion and 1,800 store locations, Catalyst Brands is set to leverage its workforce of 60,000 employees in a competitive retail environment.
The renewal of brands like Forever 21 under Catalyst indicates a trend where acquired brands are strategically repositioned for growth while ensuring mall occupancy remains strong.
After its bankruptcy in 2020, JCPenney's merger with SPARC Group and subsequent creation of Catalyst Brands illustrates a strategic move to revitalize struggling retail sectors.
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