Flash ReportBankruptcy Looms at JCPenney; Amazon and Kohl’s Could Benefit Coresight Research April 17, 2020 Reasons to ReadJCPenney is reported to be preparing to file for bankruptcy in the wake of coronavirus-driven store closures. We review recent developments, JCPenney’s scale (offline and online) and its product mix. Using Coresight Research consumer survey data, we discuss which apparel retailers could gain shoppers should the department-store chain close its doors for good. Please Login to read the full report. Not a member? To access this content for free, register for a free account. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: Three Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 22: US Consumer Insights—Tariffs and InflationRetail-Tech Landscape: Israel—February 2026 Update2026 Sector Outlook: US Mass Merchandisers, Warehouse Clubs and Discount Retailers—Warehouse Clubs To Lead Growth amid Sustained Value-Seeking BehaviorHoliday 2025: The Last Mile—Tariff-Driven Early Buying To Ease Peak Season Shipping Rush
