# Poundland’s US owner says retailer remains ‘vulnerable’ after talks with ministers

https://mins.news/en/item/130336

- The Guardian, 2026-11-05 08:57 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/nov/05/poundland-gordon-brothers-us-vulnerable-talks-ministers

> Gordon Brothers said it is in active discussions with interested buyers and is seeking to protect as many jobs as possible. The statement followed meetings with ministers, as Poundland faces possible insolvency after filing notice of its intention to appoint administrators, putting about 12,000 jobs at risk.