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Exhibit 99.1



FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

August 4, 2011

      

Contact:

 

John B. Woodlief

 

 

Vice President – Finance

and Chief Financial Officer

 

           704-372-5404





Ruddick Corporation Reports Fiscal Third Quarter 2011 Results


CHARLOTTE, N.C.—August 4, 2011--Ruddick Corporation (NYSE:RDK) (the “Company”) today reported that consolidated sales for the fiscal third quarter ended July 3, 2011 increased by 8.1% to $1.19 billion, from $1.10 billion in the third quarter of fiscal 2010. For the 39 weeks ended July 3, 2011, consolidated sales increased by 6.7% to $3.43 billion from $3.21 billion for the comparable period of fiscal 2010. The increase in consolidated sales for the quarter and 39-week period was attributable to sales increases at both of the Company’s operating subsidiaries - Harris Teeter, the Company’s supermarket subsidiary, and American & Efird (“A&E”), the Company’s sewing thread and technical textiles subsidiary.


The Company reported that consolidated net earnings in the third quarter of fiscal 2011 increased by 11.2% to $32.1 million, or $0.66 per diluted share, from $28.9 million, or $0.59 per diluted share in the prior year third quarter. For the 39 weeks ended July 3, 2011, consolidated net earnings increased by 25.0% to $100.1 million, or $2.05 per diluted share, from $80.1 million, or $1.65 per diluted share in the same period of fiscal 2010. The increase in net earnings for the fiscal quarter was driven by operating profit improvements at both Harris Teeter and A&E when compared to the third quarter of fiscal 2010. The increase in net earnings for the 39-week period was driven by operating profit improvements at both operating subsidiaries and a pre-tax gain of $19.5 million ($10.3 million after tax or $0.21 per diluted share) from the sale of the Company’s interest in a foreign investment that was recorded in the first quarter of fiscal 2011. As previously disclosed, third quarter of fiscal 2010 results included a pre-tax gain of $2.1 million ($1.3 million after tax, or $0.03 per diluted share) on the exchange of one of the Company’s corporate aircraft.


Harris Teeter sales increased by 8.1% to $1.10 billion in the third quarter of fiscal 2011, compared to sales of $1.02 billion in the third quarter of fiscal 2010. For the 39 weeks ended July 3, 2011, sales rose 6.4% to $3.18 billion from $2.99 billion in the same period of fiscal 2010. The increase in sales for both the quarter and 39-week period was





attributable to an increase in comparable store sales of 4.37% for the quarter and 2.68% for the 39-week period ended July 3, 2011, incremental new store sales and a one week shift in the fiscal year which resulted in the reporting of the July Fourth Holiday sales in the third fiscal quarter of 2011 as compared to the fourth quarter of fiscal 2010. For purposes of computing comparable store sales, the July Fourth Holiday sales were included in the third fiscal quarters for both fiscal 2011 and 2010, whereas the Easter Holiday sales were included in the third fiscal quarter of 2011 and the second fiscal quarter of 2010.  Management estimated that the Easter Holiday shift positively impacted the comparable stores sales calculation by approximately 79 basis points for the quarter ended July 3, 2011.


Since the third quarter of fiscal 2010, Harris Teeter has opened six new stores (one of which replaced an existing store) and closed one store, for a net addition of five stores. Harris Teeter operated 204 stores at the end of the third quarter of fiscal 2011. 


Harris Teeter’s operating profit for the third quarter of fiscal 2011 increased by 17.5% to $50.7 million (4.60% of sales) from $43.1 million (4.23% of sales) in the third quarter of fiscal 2010. For the 39 weeks ended July 3, 2011, operating profit increased by 10.2% to $146.0 million (4.59% of sales), from $132.5 million (4.43% of sales) in the prior year period. Operating profit was impacted by new store pre-opening costs of $1.5 million (0.14% of sales) and $1.8 million (0.18% of sales) in the third quarters of fiscal 2011 and fiscal 2010, respectively.  Pre-opening costs for the 39-week periods ended July 3, 2011 and June 27, 2010 were $5.4 million (0.17% of sales) and $6.6 million (0.22% of sales), respectively.  New store pre-opening costs fluctuate between reporting periods depending on the new store opening schedule and location.


The increase in Harris Teeter’s operating profit described above resulted primarily from Harris Teeter’s increased sales and a continued emphasis on operational efficiencies and cost controls.  The gross profit margin for Harris Teeter decreased year over year primarily as a result of the LIFO charge. As a percent to sales, the LIFO charge of $5.9 million (0.54% of sales) for the quarter and $11.2 million (0.35% of sales) for the 39 week period of fiscal 2011, exceeded the decrease in the gross profit margin between the respective periods, evidencing Harris Teeter’s ability to pass along most of the cost inflation created by increased commodity prices.


Thomas W. Dickson, Chairman of the Board, President and Chief Executive Officer of Ruddick Corporation commented that, “Despite an overall environment of slower economic growth, our customers have responded positively to our promotional activity, as evidenced by increases during the quarter in the number of units sold, number of customer visits and average basket size, which resulted in a 4.37% comparable store sales increase.  In addition, we continue to see a number of our customers increase their purchases of discretionary items such as premium meats and wines, specialty breads and cheese and fresh produce, including organic items.  Our quarterly results benefited greatly from the operational efficiencies gained in the past two years that have offset other rising costs. Given the state of the overall economy, we remain cautious in our expectations for the remainder of the year.”




 

A&E sales increased by 8.4% to $86.1 million in the third quarter of fiscal 2011, from sales of $79.4 million for the third quarter of fiscal 2010. For the 39 weeks ended July 3, 2011, sales rose 10.7% to $241.9 million from sales of $218.4 million in the prior year 39-week period. Foreign sales accounted for 56% of A&E’s third quarter sales in fiscal 2011, as compared to 55% in the third quarter of fiscal 2010.  For the 39-week periods, foreign sales accounted for 55% of A&E’s sales in fiscal 2011 and 54% in fiscal 2010.  


A&E’s operating profit for the third quarter of fiscal 2011 increased 35.2% to $7.9 million, from $5.8 million in the third quarter of fiscal 2010. For the 39 weeks ended July 3, 2011, A&E’s operating profit increased by 52.8% to $19.7 million, from $12.9 million for the same period of fiscal 2010. Operating profit improvements were realized in A&E’s U.S. operations and the majority of its foreign operations. The increase in sales contributed to improved operating schedules at most of A&E’s manufacturing facilities throughout the world.   


Mr. Dickson said, “We continue to be encouraged by A&E’s operating results for fiscal 2011. A&E’s success in expanding sales and manufacturing capacity in Asia while consolidating manufacturing capacities and reducing operating and overhead costs in the U.S. and Europe resulted in significant improvements in operating profit during the current year.  However, we remain cautious for the remainder of this year due to the slower growth in the economy that may lead to less spending by the consumer on retail apparel. During the first three quarters of fiscal 2011, A&E’s consolidated Asian operations reported sales increases of 17% over the prior year, while our unconsolidated subsidiaries reported sales increases of 19% during this same period. In addition, over 65% of the finished goods produced were manufactured at A&E’s Asian facilities, including its joint ventures, during the first three quarters of fiscal 2011. A&E will continue to expand its manufacturing capacity in Asia to support its growth in sales and market share in this vibrant market. We will also continue to enhance our other international operations and evaluate A&E's structure to best position A&E to take advantage of opportunities available through these operations.”  


Consolidated capital expenditures for the Company during the first three quarters of fiscal 2011 totaled $102.5 million and depreciation and amortization totaled $105.1 million. Total capital expenditures during the 39 weeks ended July 3, 2011 were comprised of $98.6 million for Harris Teeter and $3.9 million for A&E.  During the first three quarters of fiscal 2011, Harris Teeter received $22.6 million of cash in connection with the sale of its ownership position in five investment properties along with one owned property. In addition, Harris Teeter invested an additional $18.8 million and received an additional $11.3 million in connection with the development of certain of its new stores.


Harris Teeter’s operating performance and the Company’s strong financial position provides the flexibility to continue with Harris Teeter’s store development program for new and replacement stores along with the remodeling and expansion of existing stores.  Harris Teeter plans to open one new store and complete the major remodeling on four




stores during the fourth quarter of fiscal 2011.  The new store development program for fiscal 2011 is expected to include a total of seven new stores and result in a 3.4% increase in retail square footage, as compared to a 6.4% increase in fiscal 2010.  The decrease in the square footage growth between fiscal 2010 and fiscal 2011 reflects the Company’s efforts, as previously initiated and disclosed, to delay new store openings during these challenging economic times.  Management will continue to evaluate Harris Teeter’s new store program and may adjust its strategic plan accordingly.  In addition, Harris Teeter routinely evaluates its existing store operations in regards to its overall business strategy and from time to time will close or divest underperforming stores.  


Consolidated capital expenditures for the Company are planned to total approximately $173 million for fiscal 2011 (consisting of $165 million for Harris Teeter and $8 million for A&E) and $228 million for fiscal 2012 (consisting of $215 million for Harris Teeter and $13 million for A&E).  During fiscal 2012, Harris Teeter plans to open seven new stores (one of which will replace an existing store) and complete major remodels on thirteen stores (six of which will be expanded in size).  The fiscal 2012 new store openings are currently scheduled for three in the first quarter, none in the second quarter, two in the third quarter and two in the fourth quarter.  The anticipated increase in Harris Teeter’s capital expenditures from fiscal 2011 to fiscal 2012 is caused by increased remodel costs in fiscal 2012 for additional expansions and a plan that calls for fiscal 2013 new stores to open earlier in the fiscal year.  


Harris Teeter’s capital expenditure plans include the continued expansion of its existing markets, including the Washington, D.C. metro market area which incorporates northern Virginia, the District of Columbia, southern Maryland and coastal Delaware. Real estate development by its nature is both unpredictable and subject to external factors including weather, construction schedules and costs. Any change in the amount and timing of new store development can impact the expected capital expenditures, sales and operating results.


Future capital expenditures are expected to be financed by internally generated funds, liquid assets or borrowings under the Company’s revolving line of credit. Management believes that the Company’s revolving line of credit provides sufficient liquidity for what management expects the Company will require through the expiration of the line of credit in December 2012.


The Company’s management remains cautious in its expectations for the remainder of fiscal 2011 due to the current economic environment and its impact on the Company’s customers. Harris Teeter will continue to refine its merchandising strategies to respond to the changing shopping demands and to maintain or increase its customer base. The retail grocery market remains intensely competitive and there is no assurance that the improvements in the textile and apparel industries will continue. Any operating improvement will be dependent on the Company’s ability to increase Harris Teeter’s market share, to continue the improvement in A&E’s sales and resulting operating schedules, and to effectively execute the Company’s strategic expansion plans.





This news release may contain forward-looking statements that involve uncertainties. A discussion of various important factors that could cause results to differ materially from those expressed in such forward-looking statements is shown in reports filed by the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission and include: generally adverse economic and industry conditions; changes in the competitive environment; economic or political changes in countries where the Company operates; changes in federal, state or local regulations affecting the Company; the passage of future tax legislation, or any negative regulatory or judicial position which prevails; management's ability to predict the adequacy of the Company's liquidity to meet future requirements; volatility of financial and credit markets which would affect access to capital for the Company; changes in the Company's expansion plans and their effect on store openings, closings and other investments; the ability to predict the required contributions to the Company's pension and other retirement plans; the Company’s requirement to impair recorded goodwill or long-lived assets; the cost and availability of energy and raw materials; the Company’s ability to pass along product cost increases through increased sales prices; the continued solvency of third parties on leases that the Company guarantees; the Company’s ability to recruit, train and retain effective employees; changes in labor and employer benefits costs, such as increased health care and other insurance costs; the Company’s ability to successfully integrate the operations of acquired businesses; the extent and speed of successfully executing strategic initiatives; and, unexpected outcomes of any legal proceedings arising in the normal course of business. Other factors not identified above could cause actual results to differ materially from those included, contemplated or implied by the forward-looking statements made in this news release.


Ruddick Corporation is a holding company with two primary operating subsidiaries: Harris Teeter, Inc., a leading regional supermarket chain with operations in eight states primarily in the southeastern and mid-Atlantic United States, and the District of Columbia; and American & Efird, Inc., one of the world’s largest global manufacturers and distributors of industrial sewing thread, embroidery thread and technical textiles. 



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Selected information regarding Ruddick Corporation and its subsidiaries is attached. For more information on Ruddick Corporation, visit our web site at:  www.ruddickcorp.com.






Ruddick Corporation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Consolidated Condensed Statements of Operations

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(in thousands, except per share data)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(unaudited)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

13 Weeks Ended

 

39 Weeks Ended

 

July 3,

 

June 27,

 

July 3,

 

June 27,

 

2011

 

2010

 

2011

 

2010

Net Sales:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  Harris Teeter

 $    1,101,650 

 

 $    1,019,138 

 

 $   3,184,077 

 

 $   2,992,104 

  American & Efird

           86,077 

 

           79,434 

 

        241,894 

 

        218,418 

    Total

      1,187,727 

 

      1,098,572 

 

     3,425,971 

 

     3,210,522 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cost of Sales:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  Harris Teeter

         775,592 

 

         714,581 

 

     2,234,520 

 

     2,093,454 

  American & Efird

           63,844 

 

           60,258 

 

        181,647 

 

        166,548 

    Total

         839,436 

 

         774,839 

 

     2,416,167 

 

     2,260,002 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gross Profit:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  Harris Teeter

         326,058 

 

         304,557 

 

        949,557 

 

        898,650 

  American & Efird

           22,233 

 

           19,176 

 

          60,247 

 

          51,870 

    Total

         348,291 

 

         323,733 

 

     1,009,804 

 

        950,520 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Selling, General and Administrative Expenses:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  Harris Teeter

         275,400 

 

         261,439 

 

        803,530 

 

        766,132 

  American & Efird

           14,357 

 

           13,351 

 

          40,519 

 

          38,955 

  Corporate

             1,985 

 

              (795)

 

            7,070 

 

            3,436 

    Total

         291,742 

 

         273,995 

 

        851,119 

 

        808,523 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Operating Profit (Loss):

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  Harris Teeter

           50,658 

 

           43,118 

 

        146,027 

 

        132,518 

  American & Efird

             7,876 

 

             5,825 

 

          19,728 

 

          12,915 

  Corporate

            (1,985)

 

               795 

 

           (7,070)

 

           (3,436)

    Total

           56,549 

 

           49,738 

 

        158,685 

 

        141,997 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Other Expense (Income):

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  Interest expense

             4,945 

 

             5,016 

 

          14,677 

 

          15,030 

  Interest income

                (85)

 

                (19)

 

             (200)

 

             (158)

  Net investment loss (gain)

                    - 

 

              (309)

 

         (19,392)

 

             (310)

    Total

             4,860 

 

             4,688 

 

           (4,915)

 

          14,562 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Earnings Before Taxes

           51,689 

 

           45,050 

 

        163,600 

 

        127,435 

Income Tax Expense

           19,379 

 

           15,857 

 

          62,808 

 

          46,588 

Net Earnings

           32,310 

 

           29,193 

 

        100,792 

 

          80,847 

Less: Net Earnings Attributable to the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  Noncontrolling Interest

               212 

 

               323 

 

              655 

 

              767 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Net Earnings Attributable to Ruddick Corporation

 $        32,098 

 

 $        28,870 

 

 $     100,137 

 

 $       80,080 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Earnings Per Share Attributable to Ruddick

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

   Corporation:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

    Basic

$ 0.66

 

$ 0.60

 

$ 2.07

 

$ 1.66

    Diluted

$ 0.66

 

$ 0.59

 

$ 2.05

 

$ 1.65

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Weighted Average Number of Shares of

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

   Common Stock Outstanding:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

    Basic

48,489

 

48,252

 

48,460

 

48,180

    Diluted

48,874

 

48,628

 

48,830

 

48,558

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dividends Declared Per Common Share

$ 0.13

 

$ 0.12

 

$ 0.39

 

$ 0.36

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Effective Income Tax Rate

37.5%

 

35.2%

 

38.4%

 

36.6%

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 






Ruddick Corporation

 

 

 

 

Consolidated Condensed Statements of Cash Flows

 

 

 

 

(in thousands)

 

 

 

 

(unaudited)

 

 

 

 

 

 

39 Weeks Ended

 

 

July 3,

 

June 27,

 

 

2011

 

2010

Cash Flow From Operating Activities:

 

 

 

 

  Net Earnings

 

 $     100,137 

 

 $       80,080 

  Non-Cash Items Included in Net Income

 

 

 

 

    Depreciation and Amortization

 

105,066 

 

100,357 

    Deferred Income Taxes

 

16,631 

 

23,584 

    Net Gain on Sale of Property and Investments

 

(20,023)

 

(3,452)

    Share-Based Compensation

 

6,014 

 

4,419 

    Other, Net

 

(6,682)

 

(4,097)

  Changes in Operating Accounts Providing (Utilizing) Cash:

 

 

 

 

    Accounts Receivable

 

(13,697)

 

(20,650)

    Inventories

 

(7,164)

 

(6,575)

    Prepaid Expenses and Other Current Assets

 

(831)

 

784 

    Accounts Payable

 

23,031 

 

(16,085)

    Other Current Liabilities

 

2,236 

 

(11,964)

    Other Long-Term Operating Accounts

 

(39,019)

 

(12,008)

  Dividends Received

 

            1,431 

 

              100 

Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities

 

167,130 

 

134,493 

 

 

 

 

 

Investing Activities:

 

 

 

 

  Capital Expenditures

 

(102,531)

 

(72,398)

  Purchase of Other Investments

 

(18,834)

 

(10,153)

  Proceeds from Sale of Property and Investments

 

58,277 

 

7,508 

  Return of Partnership Investments

 

                   - 

 

3,364 

  Investments in COLI, Net of Proceeds from Death Benefits

 

(1,073)

 

(246)

  Other, Net

 

(1,721)

 

(2,316)

Net Cash Used in Investing Activites

 

(65,882)

 

(74,241)

 

 

 

 

 

Financing Activities:

 

 

 

 

  Net Proceeds from Short-Term Debt Borrowings

 

              603 

 

              501 

  Net Payments on Revolver Borrowings

 

                   - 

 

         (42,600)

  Proceeds from Long-Term Debt Borrowings

 

                   - 

 

            1,037 

  Payments on Long-Term Debt and Capital Lease Obligations

 

         (30,066)

 

           (9,292)

  Dividends Paid

 

         (19,165)

 

         (17,529)

  Proceeds from Stock Issued

 

              559 

 

            3,230 

  Share-Based Compensation Tax Benefits

 

            1,085 

 

            1,068 

  Shares Effectively Purchased and Retired for Withholding Taxes

 

           (2,485)

 

           (1,375)

  Purchase and Retirement of Common Stock

 

                   - 

 

           (1,491)

  Other, Net

 

           (1,238)

 

               (64)

Net Cash Used in Financing Activities

 

(50,707)

 

(66,515)

 

 

 

 

 

Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents

 

50,541 

 

(6,263)

Effect of Foreign Currency Fluctuations on Cash

 

55 

 

15 

Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Period

 

73,612 

 

37,310 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period

 

 $     124,208 

 

 $       31,062 

 

 

 

 

 

Supplemental Disclosures of Cash Flow Information:

 

 

 

 

   Cash Paid During the Period for:

 

 

 

 

      Interest

 

 $       14,701 

 

 $       14,309 

      Income Taxes

 

          33,802 

 

          25,219 

   Non-Cash Activity:

 

 

 

 

      Assets Acquired Under Capital Leases

 

          12,144 

 

                   - 

      Note Received in Connection with Sale of Investments

 

            2,855 

 

                   - 





Ruddick Corporation

 

 

 

 

 

Consolidated Condensed Balance Sheets

 

 

 

 

 

(in thousands)

 

 

 

 

 

(unaudited)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

July 3,

 

October 3,

 

June 27,

 

2011

 

2010

 

2010

Assets

 

 

 

 

 

Current Assets:

 

 

 

 

 

  Cash and Cash Equivalents

 $    124,208 

 

 $     73,612 

 

 $     31,062 

  Accounts Receivable, Net

      112,979 

 

        99,407 

 

      100,098 

  Refundable Income Taxes

          9,287 

 

        16,767 

 

          9,906 

  Inventories

      327,029 

 

      320,506 

 

      315,604 

  Deferred Income Taxes

          1,509 

 

          2,236 

 

          3,038 

  Prepaid Expenses and Other Current Assets

        32,348 

 

        32,443 

 

        27,400 

      Total Current Assets

      607,360 

 

      544,971 

 

      487,108 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Property, Net

    1,069,334 

 

    1,067,807 

 

    1,046,683 

Investments

      179,424 

 

      174,733 

 

      165,600 

Deferred Income Taxes

             992 

 

             977 

 

        10,503 

Goodwill

             515 

 

             515 

 

             515 

Intangible Assets

        20,041 

 

        21,434 

 

        21,948 

Other Long-Term Assets

        85,015 

 

        79,449 

 

        88,700 

 

 

 

 

 

 

      Total Assets

 $ 1,962,681 

 

 $ 1,889,886 

 

 $ 1,821,057 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Liabilities and Equity

 

 

 

 

 

Current Liabilities:

 

 

 

 

 

  Notes Payable

 $       7,021 

 

 $       6,785 

 

 $       6,012 

  Current Portion of Long-Term Debt and Capital Lease Obligations

          4,664 

 

        12,035 

 

        10,624 

  Accounts Payable

      251,484 

 

      228,748 

 

      212,302 

  Dividends Payable

                 - 

 

                 - 

 

          5,862 

  Deferred Income Taxes

              17 

 

             159 

 

              85 

  Accrued Compensation

        59,792 

 

        64,102 

 

        53,120 

  Other Current Liabilities

        87,141 

 

        90,218 

 

        85,506 

      Total Current Liabilities

      410,119 

 

      402,047 

 

      373,511 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Long-Term Debt and Capital Lease Obligations

      285,648 

 

      296,131 

 

      304,014 

Deferred Income Taxes

        19,321 

 

          1,721 

 

             548 

Pension Liabilities

      146,441 

 

      185,445 

 

      156,507 

Other Long-Term Liabilities

      116,503 

 

      105,619 

 

      102,819 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Equity:

 

 

 

 

 

  Common Stock

      102,017 

 

        98,285 

 

        95,584 

  Retained Earnings

      999,815 

 

      918,843 

 

      892,750 

  Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss

     (123,177)

 

     (124,679)

 

     (110,765)

      Total Equity of Ruddick Corporation

      978,655 

 

      892,449 

 

      877,569 

  Noncontrolling Interest

          5,994 

 

          6,474 

 

          6,089 

      Total Equity 

      984,649 

 

      898,923 

 

      883,658 

 

 

 

 

 

 

      Total Liabilities and Equity

 $ 1,962,681 

 

 $ 1,889,886 

 

 $ 1,821,057 

 

 

 

 

 

 






Ruddick Corporation

 

 

 

 

Other Statistics

 

 

 

 

July 3, 2011

 

 

 

 

(dollars in millions)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Consolidated

 

Harris

American

 

Ruddick

 

Teeter

& Efird

Corporate

Corporation

 

 

 

 

 

Depreciation and Amortization:

 

 

 

 

    3rd Fiscal Quarter

 $    32.0 

 $    3.2 

 $   0.3 

 $    35.5 

    Fiscal Year to Date

            95.1 

              9.1 

            0.9 

             105.1 

 

 

 

 

 

Capital Expenditures:

 

 

 

 

    3rd Fiscal Quarter

 $    27.0 

 $    1.4 

 $     -   

 $    28.4 

    Fiscal Year to Date

            98.6 

              3.9 

             -   

             102.5 

 

 

 

 

 

Purchase of Other Investment Assets:

 

 

 

 

    3rd Fiscal Quarter

 $     4.4 

 $     -   

 $     -   

 $      4.4 

    Fiscal Year to Date

            18.8 

                -   

             -   

               18.8 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Harris Teeter Store Count:

 

 Quarter 

 

 Year to Date 

 

 

 

 

 

    Beginning number of stores

 

             202 

 

                199 

    Opened during the period

 

                 2 

 

                    6 

    Closed during the period

 

                  - 

 

                   (1)

    Stores in operation at end of period

 

             204 

 

                204 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Quarter 

 

 Year to Date 

 

 

 

 

 

Harris Teeter Comparable Store Sales

 

4.37%

 

2.68%


Definition of Comparable Store Sales:

Comparable store sales are computed using corresponding calendar weeks to account for the occasional extra week included in a fiscal year. A new store must be in operation for 14 months before it enters into the calculation of comparable store sales. A closed store is removed from the calculation in the month in which its closure is announced. A new store opening within an approximate two-mile radius of an existing store that is to be closed upon the new store opening is included as a replacement store in the comparable store sales measure as if it were the same store. Sales increases resulting from existing comparable stores that are expanded in size are included in the calculations of comparable store sales, if the store remains open during the construction period.