Tween Retailer Claire’s Taps Advisers as Tariff Worries Mount

Claire’s Stores Inc. is consulting Houlihan Lokey Inc. on how to shore up its finances as escalating tariff concerns pressure the retailer’s earnings, according to people familiar with the situation.

The purveyor of accessories for pre-teens has also tapped Alvarez & Marsal for operational assistance, said some of the people, who asked not to be identified discussing a private matter.