The company said that it filed voluntary petitions for prearranged Chapter 11 bankruptcy<\/a> cases in federal court that will see it emerge under the majority ownership of the group of its existing lenders. Leslie’s said that it expects the process to move efficiently and indicated its goal is to emerge from Chapter 11 in early 2027.<\/p>\n “Today\u2019s announcement marks an important milestone in our commitment to our customers and our business,” said Leslie’s CEO Jason McDonell.\u00a0<\/p>\n A man cleans the pool in his backyard. (Getty Images)<\/p>\n “With a stronger balance sheet and greater financial flexibility, Leslie\u2019s can reinvest across the business to strengthen operating execution and deliver an even better experience for our customers, both in-store and online. Leslie\u2019s is here to stay, and I am deeply grateful to our employees, customers, and partners for their continued support as we work to position Leslie\u2019s for a strong future,” McDonell added.<\/p>\n BREAKFAST CHAIN FRANCHISEE FILES FOR BANKRUPTCY AS RISING COSTS, WEAK SALES WEIGH<\/a><\/p>\n Leslie’s said in its announcement that it’s the largest direct-to-consumer brand in the pool and spa care industry, serving residential customers and pool professionals around the country \u2013 noting that it “remains fully operational and committed to serving customers without interruption, including through its physical stores and digital platforms.”<\/p>\n The company announced the closure of 76 stores<\/a> in conjunction with the restructuring after an evaluation of how to best align its store network with customer demand.\u00a0<\/p>\n OUTDOOR RETAILER CLOSING NEARLY 60 STORES AMID BANKRUPTCY<\/a><\/p>\n Ticker Security Last Change Change % LESL<\/a> LESLIE’S INC. 0.15 -0.02 Leslie’s other remaining stores will remain open and fully operational as the company continues to evaluate its real estate portfolio during the Chapter 11 process.<\/p>\n All gift cards and loyalty program benefits<\/a> will also continue to be honored.<\/p>\n Leslie’s said that the restructuring agreement includes commitments for $90 million of new-money debtor-in-possession (DIP) financing, and a $60 million equity financing.\u00a0<\/p>\n SAKS EMERGES FROM BANKRUPTCY WITH A NEW NAME AND A LEANER STORE FOOTPRINT<\/a><\/p>\n The company filed motions seeking approval of the $90 million DIP facility, and a fully committed $225 million DIP asset-based financing facility from its existing ABL lenders.<\/p>\n A man uses tools to clean a pool. (Getty Images)<\/p>\n It said there will be a reduction of about $685 million, or 90%, of the company’s outstanding funded debt.<\/p>\n Leslise’s said that it also filed a series of customary first day motions to allow it to continue to pay wages and benefits<\/a> as usual, maintain customer programs, honor obligations to vendors, and obtain other relief measures that are common under these circumstances.<\/p>\n![\"A](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/pool-man-floats-cleaning.jpg\")
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