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Rumors of Xibei's Imminent Collapse Denied by Customer Service, All Stores Operating Normally
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A rumor that Chinese restaurant chain Xibei is facing complete closure within two to three months trended on Weibo, based on a post by blogger 'Liji.' The post claimed founder Jia Guolong would assume most debts, relinquish equity, and retain only about 100 profitable stores for employee self-operation, affecting 3,000 to 4,000 people. It also alleged over 10,000 employees have been laid off and more than 200 stores closed. In response, Xibei's customer service denied the rumors, stating that all stores nationwide are currently operating normally. They urged the public to view online information rationally and reaffirmed their commitment to quality products and services. The report is attributed to Blue Whale News via Cailian Press.
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Cailian Press, September 19 — The topic "Xibei Reported to Be Facing Complete Closure" has trended on Weibo, following a post by blogger "Liji" claiming that Xibei, the top Chinese formal dining brand for eleven consecutive years, will shut down entirely within two to three months.
According to the post:
- Founder Jia Guolong will personally assume most of the company's debts and relinquish his equity.
- Only approximately 100 profitable stores will be retained for employee self-operation, aiming to sustain the livelihoods of 3,000 to 4,000 people.
- More than 10,000 Xibei employees have already been laid off.
- Over 200 stores have closed to date.
In response, reporters contacted Xibei's customer service, who denied the rumors, stating that all stores nationwide are currently operating normally. The customer service representative added:
"We will continue to focus on delivering quality products and services, upholding our standards, and providing attentive service to every customer. We also urge everyone to view online information rationally."
(Blue Whale News)
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Xibei denies complete closure rumors after viral Weibo post claims shutdown within months