The Pantry narrows loss in Q1

Cary, N.C. -- C-store operator The Pantry said Tuesday that it narrowed its loss for the quarter ended Dec. 30 to $12.2 million, compared with a loss of $26.1 million a year earlier.



Merchandise same-store sales increased 1.3% for the quarter.



The Pantry operates 1,662 stores in 13 states primarily under the Kangaroo Express banner.