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Iconic Paris department store BHV Marais granted bankruptcy protection

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Briefings

A French court granted bankruptcy protection to the historic BHV Marais department store in central Paris, a move following the company's announcement to seek protection to safeguard operations and jobs during a planned relaunch. The store has stood in the city for approximately 170 years.

Key points

• French courts granted bankruptcy protection to BHV Marais, a 170-year-old department store in central Paris.
• The company announced the move to protect jobs and operations as part of a relaunch plan.

Context

BHV Marais is a landmark retail institution in Paris, and its protection status impacts the city's commercial landscape and employment stability.

Limitations

Evidence covers only the court decision and company announcement; no details on the relaunch timeline, specific job numbers, or financial figures are provided.

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