Bon-Ton Hits its Mark

Home Textiles Today Staff -- Home Textiles Today, 12/13/2010 4:09:38 AM

Home did not rate a mention as Bon-Ton Stores announced third quarter sales results last week. Sales were flattish, down 0.5% to $700.5 million, with comps down 0.3%. The results met expectations, according to the company.
     However, deeper penetration of private brands and a reduction in clearance inventory helped boost gross margin by 90 basis points.
     The department store will report full results Nov. 18.