Colorado Bankruptcy Filings Rise 9% in January

Mixed results across Boulder Valley and Northern Colorado regions

Feb. 19, 2026 at 3:23pm

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Colorado saw a 9% increase in bankruptcy filings in January 2026 compared to the previous year, though the results were mixed across the Boulder Valley and Northern Colorado regions, according to a new report from BizWest.

Why it matters

Bankruptcy filings can be an indicator of economic conditions in a region, with increases often signaling financial distress among businesses and individuals. The mixed results across Colorado suggest varying levels of economic recovery and stability.

The details

The BizWest report found that overall bankruptcy filings in Colorado rose 9% in January 2026 compared to January 2025. However, the trends were not uniform across the state, with some areas seeing increases and others declines. The Boulder Valley region, which includes Boulder and Broomfield counties, saw a slight decrease in filings, while Northern Colorado, encompassing Larimer and Weld counties, experienced an uptick.

  • Colorado bankruptcy filings increased 9% in January 2026 compared to January 2025.

The players

BizWest

A regional business journal covering the Boulder Valley and Northern Colorado regions.

Christopher Wood

The editor and publisher of BizWest, who co-founded the Northern Colorado Business Report in 1995 and served as publisher of the Boulder County Business Report until the two publications merged to form BizWest in 2014.

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The takeaway

The mixed bankruptcy filing results across Colorado suggest a complex economic landscape, with some areas experiencing more financial distress than others. This data provides valuable insights for businesses, policymakers, and residents in understanding the regional economic trends and potential areas of concern.