Although Gap's headline first-quarter sales growth looks very strong, the reality is that it is inflated by both currency gains and a change in the way revenue is accounted for.
Gap Inc. on Thursday reported first quarter earnings and same-store sales that missed Street analysts amid a surprising slowdown at its Old Navy brand. Total sales, however, were better than expected.
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