Pomerantz Haudek Grossman & Gross LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Cost Plus, Inc. ("Cost Plus" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: CPWM) (ISIN: US2214851055) concerning the proposed acquisition of Cost Plus, Inc. by Bed, Bath & Beyond Inc. in a cash transaction valued at approximately $477 million.

The investigation concerns whether the Cost Plus directors are breaching their fiduciary duties by failing to adequately shop the Company and maximize shareholder value. Under the terms of the agreement, Cost Plus shareholders would receive $22.00 in cash per share of Cost Plus common stock.

Cost Plus shareholders seeking more information about this acquisition are advised to contact Rebecca Jarmon at rjarmon@pomlaw.com or 212-661-1100 or 888-476-6529, ext. 314.

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Pomerantz Haudek Grossman & Gross LLP
Rebecca Jarmon, 212-661-1100 ext. 314
rjarmon@pomlaw.com