Revlon Inc. is preparing to file for chapter 11 protection as soon as next week after struggling to keep up with competition from newer cosmetic brands, people familiar with the matter said.

Revlon, which has struggled with the increasing popularity of new brands from social-media influencers such as Kylie Jenner and others, narrowly escaped bankruptcy in 2020 as masked-up, stuck-at-home consumers cut back on makeup and accessories during the pandemic.

This post first appeared on wsj.com

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

You May Also Like

Biden proposes tax credit fix to Affordable Care Act ‘family glitch’ affecting 5 million people

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden aims to expand access to health care…

Bank of Mexico Slows Pace of Interest-Rate Increases

MEXICO CITY—The Bank of Mexico raised interest rates for a 15th consecutive…

A hero of the Holocaust: How a Polish housekeeper saved 12 Jews

Roman Haller owes his life to a 20-year-old housekeeper. He was conceived…

Samsung Posts Record Quarterly Revenue From Chip Boom

SEOUL— Samsung Electronics Co. reported record quarterly revenue and saw net profit…