Advance Auto Parts Q2 Earnings Call Transcript
The specialty retailer of automotive aftermarket parts reported quarterly sales increased 7.2% to $1.42 billion on comparable store sales gain of 5.8%. Net quarterly income rose 25.6% to $100.91 million. Earnings per share grew to $1.16 versus 83 cents...
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