Archive · 21 Aug 2025
Bed Bath & Beyond Excludes California From Relaunch Plans
Bed Bath & Beyond, a store that closed all its locations, is trying to open new stores again.
However, they won't be opening in California because they think it's too hard and expensive to do business there.
The company's boss said California has too many rules.
California's governor, Gavin Newsom, was surprised by this decision, jokingly saying he thought the store was gone for good.
The company is starting its comeback with a new store in Nashville and plans to open many more stores in other states.
Bed Bath & Beyond is relaunching, but excluding California due to regulatory and cost concerns.
The company filed for bankruptcy two years ago and closed all stores.
Marcus Lemonis cited California's challenging business environment as the reason.
The company is opening new stores in other states, starting with a location in Nashville.
California Governor Gavin Newsom responded, expressing surprise at the company's return.
- Who
- Bed Bath & Beyond, led by Marcus Lemonis and Beyond, Inc.; California Gov. Gavin Newsom.
- What
- Bed Bath & Beyond is relaunching and excluding California.
- When
- The announcement was made on Wednesday.
- Where
- California is excluded; a store opened in Nashville.
- Why
- Bed Bath & Beyond cited California's regulatory environment and high costs.
Bed Bath & Beyond
California Government
Business Environment
Bed Bath & Beyond
California's regulations make it challenging to operate businesses.
California Government
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- Company
- Bed Bath & Beyond
- Executive Chairman
- Marcus Lemonis
- Bankruptcy
- Filed two years ago
- First New Store
- Nashville
- Ownership Stake
- Beyond, Inc. in Kirkland’s Inc.
- Governor's Response
- Gavin Newsom