Hot Topic same-store sales down 2.6% in Oct.

City of Industry, Calif. Hot Topic reported on Wednesday that its same-store sales were down 2.6% in October.

Meanwhile, its total net sales for the month were $52.0 million, down 2.5% from the same period last year.

In addition, Amy Kocourek joined the company as chief merchandising manager of the Hot Topic division. She will oversee all elements of Hot Topic merchandising, including buying, planning and allocation, marketing, store design, visual and hottopic.com. Previously, she was VP, general merchandise manager, women’s apparel and accessories for American Eagle Outfitters.