DENVER — Colorado bankruptcy filings increased 8% in August, compared with the same period a year ago.

The state recorded 766 bankruptcy filings during August, compared with 708 for the same period a year ago. Individual filings totaled 755, up from 690 in August 2024. Year-to-date filings total 5,621, up 9.3% from 5,141 through August 2024. Business filings totaled 11, down from 18 the prior year.

That’s according to a BizWest analysis of U.S. Bankruptcy Court data. Numbers cited include all new filings, including open, closed and dismissed cases.

In the Boulder Valley and Northern Colorado, filings were mixed in Bouder, Broomfield, Larimer and Weld counties.

• Boulder County recorded 22 bankruptcy filings in August, down 21% from 28 the prior year. Boulder County recorded 32 bankrupt

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