Eddie Bauer's retail operator declares bankruptcy

February 10, 2026

TL;DR

Eddie Bauer's retail operator, Catalyst Brands, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, marking its third such filing.
The company's approximately 180 stores in the U.S. and Canada will continue to operate, while e-commerce and wholesale are unaffected.
The bankruptcy filing aims to restructure debts and improve value for stakeholders, citing dwindling sales, supply-chain issues, and tariff uncertainty as contributing factors.
Eddie Bauer, founded in 1920, has a history of providing outerwear and apparel for historical expeditions and military use.

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