Nordstrom Family Explores Taking Retailer Private Again
The founding family of Nordstrom Inc. is in talks with private equity firms about a potential buyout, six years after a previous attempt failed.
- Nordstrom shares surged following reports that the company's founding family is considering a new bid to take the retailer private.
- The family is working with Morgan Stanley and Centerview Partners to explore potential deals with private equity firms.
- Previous attempts to privatize in 2018 were rejected by the board due to disagreements on price.
- The retailer has been grappling with challenges in the retail sector, including reduced consumer spending and high interest rates.
- Nordstrom's recent performance shows signs of improvement, with growth in its off-price division, Nordstrom Rack.