The last thing any public company wants to see is that it has a "going concern" warning, which acknowledges it may have little time to survive. The term means a company may need to restructure or liquidate part of its business. Electric vehicle (EV) company Polestar Automotive Holding UK PLC ( NASDAQ: PSNY) disclosed the problem yesterday. The announcement caused a collapse in the EV firm's shares.
Wentworth's remark about locking up items hurting sales sparked widespread criticism, demonstrating that even a veteran CEO might overlook fundamental retail dynamics.
This is a mess created by me. Federal authorities, including the Department of Justice (DOJ), are now investigating, according to an April call between the lead prosecutor and potential victims.