By Karyn - April 1, 2016

Publix announces 2015 year-end results

Year end

2015

2014

Percent change

Sales $32.4 billion $30.6 billion +5.9
Comparable-store sales +4.2% +5.4%
Net earnings $2 billion $1.7 billion +13.2
Earnings per share $2.54 $2.23 +13.9

“I’m pleased to report another year with excellent results,” said CEO Ed Crenshaw. “Our associates deserve the credit for continuing to make us a leader in customer service.”

Publix stock price

March 1, 2016 $45.20
Nov. 1, 2015 $41.80
Aug. 1, 2015 $42.00
May 1, 2015 $42.10
March 1, 2015 $39.05