Opinion on  Big Lots Inc. (BIG)     Sector: Services  >  Industry: Retail (Specialty)
Big Lots Inc.

Big Lots, Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates as a broadline closeout retailer in the United States. The company offers products under six merchandising categories: Consumables, Home, Furniture, Hardlines, Seasonal, and Other. The Consumables category includes food, health and beauty, plastics, paper, and pet departments. The Furniture category comprises upholstery, mattresses, ready-to-assemble, and case goods departments. The case goods consist of bedroom, dining room, and living room furniture. The Hardlines category includes electronics, appliances, tools, and home maintenance departments. The Seasonal category includes lawn and garden, Christmas, summer, and other holiday departments. The Other category comprises toys, jewelry, infant accessories, and apparel departments. As of February 2, 2008, it operated 1,353 stores. The company was founded in 1967 and is based in Columbus, Ohio.