Kohl’s confirms approach about potential acquisition

By ANNE D’INNOCENZIO
The Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) — Kohl’s is confirming that it has been approached about a possible sale of the department store chain, sending shares up more than 30% in early trading. The company said that it would not comment further, but its confirmation Monday follows media reports that the private equity firm Sycamore Partners had approached Kohl’s about a potential deal. Days earlier, a group backed by activist hedge fund Starboard Value LP reportedly bid $64 per share or about $9 billion. The Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, based retailer said its board is reviewing the offers.