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Saks Global Names Richard Baker CEO as Marc Metrick Exits

The change follows reports of a missed nine-figure interest payment pointing to a possible bankruptcy.

Overview

  • Saks Global said Marc Metrick has stepped down to pursue new opportunities after nearly three decades with the company.
  • Executive Chairman Richard Baker has taken on the chief executive role and will retain his chairmanship, the company confirmed.
  • The Wall Street Journal reported the retailer failed to make an interest payment of more than $100 million that was due this week.
  • The same report said a Chapter 11 filing could come within days, although the company has not confirmed any bankruptcy plan.
  • Saks Global was created in 2024 after Hudson’s Bay Co. bought Neiman Marcus for $2.65 billion, and it has explored selling a minority stake in Bergdorf Goodman as luxury demand weakens, according to Reuters and Bain research cited.