https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/major-australian-retailer-david-jones-folds-after-188-years-in-operationContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/major-australian-retailer-david-jones-folds-after-188-years-in-operationhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/major-australian-retailer-david-jones-folds-after-188-years-in-operation#u184631Sat, 07 Nov 2026 16:16:45 +0000Australian department store chain David Jones has entered administration after 188 years in operation, leaving thousands of jobs at risk and its future in doubt. The collapse of the country's oldest department store has triggered store closures and a sale process led by administrators. Shoppers have expressed a sombre mood inside the physical locations while redeeming gift cards. Despite the financial strain that drove the retailer to call in administrators and struggle with rent payments, the company's 38 physical stores and online platform continue to function while receivers evalu