In August 2025 the retail chain announced it would not open stores in California because of "risky" business environment.

Bed Bath & Beyond Executive Chairman Marcus Lemonis implied that Gov. Gavin Newsom’s social media strategy is shutting out “investment and capital” into California. “I would think a governor would want to attract investment and capital into the state.

Executive Chairman Marcus Lemonis said the home retailer won’t open stores in the state, while the fashion company cut a deal with Authentic Brands Group.

In August 2025 the retail chain announced it would not open stores in California because of "risky" business environment.

CEO Marcus Lemonis is steering clear of California, calling out the state’s overregulation, high taxes, and risky business environment for his decision to not open or operate Bed Bath & Beyond retail stores in the state.

As it begins the rollout of Bed Bath & Beyond physical stores, Beyond Inc. is converting its corporate name to an old, familiar one.

Beyond Inc. (BYON) announced on Monday that it will change its corporate name to Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. and its common stock will begin trading under the ticker symbol ‘BBBY’ on the New York Stock Exchange effective Aug.