Teen retailer Deb Shops Inc reported that comparable store sales increased 4.0 percent in April 2006 as compared to April 2005.
Total sales increased 6.9 percent to $29.3 million from $27.4 million in April 2005. During 2006, Easter occurred during the month of April whereas in 2005, Easter occurred during the month of March.
The company reports financial results on the calendar month. Therefore, differences in timing will occur when comparing Deb Shops' results to those of retailers reporting on a 4-5-4 calendar. During the month of April 2006, there were four Fridays compared to five Fridays in April 2005.
For the quarter ended April 30th 2006, the company reported a comparable store sales increase of 2.6 percent. In addition, total sales for the quarter increased 4.9 percent to $81.3 million from $77.5 million for the quarter ended April 30th 2005.
Deb Shops Inc is a national specialty retailer of fashionable apparel, shoes and accessories for juniors in both regular and plus sizes. It operates 330 specialty apparel stores in 42 states under the DEB and Tops 'N Bottoms names.