Aeropostale Nears Bankruptcy Filing

Aeropostale Inc., the teen-clothing chain that has suffered years of losses, is preparing to file for bankruptcy as soon as this month, according to people familiar with the matter. The company is looking to reorganize under Chapter 11, said the people, who declined to be identified because the matter isn’t public. Aeropostale is trying to work out a loan to finance its operations during the bankruptcy process, according to the people.