bankruptcy
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In January 2002, Global Crossing filed for bankruptcy, vaporizing tens of billions in market value.
But even he has blinkers on: Yes, 1975 might have been a great, great time in New York, despite garbage strikes, crime rates and municipal bankruptcy.
In September, subprime auto lender Tricolor filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection, sending shock waves through the credit markets.
From Barron's
The company, burdened with debt, filed for bankruptcy protections in 2020 as it faced a drop in sales and restaurant closures.
From Los Angeles Times
Dallas-based Tricolor Holdings filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection in September, days after abruptly closing its 65 lots across six states.
From Barron's
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