Alarm bells were ringing for David Jones months before collapse

The Sydney Morning Herald - Nov 10, 2026

Talks about the department stores financial troubles and restructuring scenarios started months ago, a report to creditors says.

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Alarm bells were ringing for David Jones months before collapse

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