Publishers Clearing House

PCH Bankruptcy: Winners of Lifetime Prizes Left Unpaid

Publishers Clearing House, a company famous for offering life-changing prizes, has entered bankruptcy, leaving winners’ financial futures in jeopardy. ARB Interactive, which acquired PCH’s assets, will not honor payouts for winners before July 15th, causing significant financial hardship for those who relied on the promised income. The company’s financial struggles led to a dramatic drop in revenue in recent years, ultimately resulting in its inability to meet its obligations to past winners. Although ARB Interactive plans to ensure future prizes are honored, the past winners are left with a sense of betrayal and uncertainty.

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FTC Orders Publishers Clearing House to Pay $18.5 Million for Misleading Customers

Publishers Clearing House (PCH) will pay $18.5 million to settle Federal Trade Commission (FTC) allegations of deceptive marketing practices targeting older, lower-income consumers. The FTC claims PCH misled consumers into believing purchases were required to enter sweepstakes or improved winning odds. Refunds will be automatically distributed to 281,724 affected consumers within 90 days. Despite bankruptcy, PCH maintains its sweepstakes operations, shifting its focus to a digital advertising model.

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