Big Lots, Inc. engages in the operation of retail stores. The company is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio and currently employs 10,000 full-time employees. The firm operates retail stores, as well as an e-commerce store. Its merchandise categories include Food; Consumables; Soft Home; Hard Home and Other; Furniture; and Seasonal. The Food category includes the beverage & grocery, specialty foods, and candy & snacks departments. The Consumables category includes health, beauty and cosmetics; plastics; paper; pets; infants; stationery; and chemical departments. The Soft Home category includes apparel; hosiery; jewelry; fashion bedding; utility bedding; decorative textile; and area rugs departments. The Hard Home and Other categories include small appliances; tabletops; food preparation; home maintenance; toys; and electronics departments; and other offerings. The Furniture category includes upholstery; mattress; ready-to-assemble; home decor; and case goods departments. The Seasonal category includes lawn & garden; summer; Christmas; and other holiday departments.

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