Big Lots reported fourth quarter sales decline of 10% to $1.4 billion and earnings fall of 8% to $92 million. Earnings per share rose to $1.04 from $0.94. Operating profit increased to 9.4% from 8.9% a year ago. For the year retailer reported $158 million compared to $124 million or $1.55 per share compared to $1.11. For the year sales rose to $4.74 billion from $4.66 billion. |
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