RadioShack
PE-Owned1 Documented ImpactElectronics retailer that filed two bankruptcies. Standard General acquired 1,743 stores for $26.2M but failed to revive the brand.
Ownership Information
RadioShack is owned by Standard General. Private equity ownership often leads to cost-cutting, price increases, and reduced quality of service as firms prioritize returns for investors over customers and employees.Learn more about PE ownership impact →
Timeline
RadioShack founded
Acquired by Standard General for $26.2 million
RadioShack filed two bankruptcies, closing all 7,400 stores
Standard General acquired 1,743 stores for $26.2M out of first bankruptcy but failed to revive the brand. Second bankruptcy in 2017 eliminated all remaining physical stores and 7,500+ jobs.
Before vs. After PE Acquisition
Store count
Reported 2017
Before PE
7,400 stores (peak)
After PE
0
↓ 100%
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CA (2)
San Diego
2844 Main St
San Diego, CA 92101
555-119-9628
San Diego
3973 Main St
San Diego, CA 92101
555-458-7516
PA (2)
Philadelphia
3641 Main St
Philadelphia, PA 19019
555-116-9967
Pittsburgh
4540 Main St
Pittsburgh, PA 15201
555-388-6202
TX (2)
Houston
5904 Main St
Houston, TX 77001
555-473-8258
San Antonio
5151 Main St
San Antonio, TX 78201
555-644-2269
WA (1)
Seattle
6869 Main St
Seattle, WA 98101
555-611-8051