Money Sears’ controversial ex-chairman closes deal to buy the company, keeping 425 stores open February 11, 2019February 11, 2019Charisse Jones, USA TODAYComments Off on Sears’ controversial ex-chairman closes deal to buy the company, keeping 425 stores open Sears' controversial ex-CEO has closed the deal to buy the beleaguered company for $5.2 billion. 425 Sears and Kmart stores will remain open.