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TRU sales up in Q1, but loss widens

6/10/2010

WAYNE, N.J. Toys"R"Us reported that net sales for the first quarter of fiscal 2010 were $2.608 billion, an increase of 5.3% compared with $2.477 billion for the first quarter of fiscal 2009. Comparable-store net sales grew by 1.9% in the domestic segment, while comparable-store net sales declined by 1.4% in the international segment.

The company reported a net loss of $55 million for the first quarter of fiscal 2010, compared with a net loss of $35 million for the first quarter of fiscal 2009. 

“We are very pleased with our operating results for the first quarter, driven by the team’s continued discipline in planning and achieving sales increases, expense control and margin enhancement,” said Jerry Storch, chairman and CEO of Toys"R"Us. “As we move forward, our focus remains on delivering differentiated product offerings, providing unique value and exceptional service to our customers, and preparing our stores for the all-important holiday selling season.”

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