By Michele - June 1, 2014

Publix announces first quarter 2014 results

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2014*

2013

Percent change

Sales $7.8 billion $7.5 billion +4.1
Comparable-store sales +4.0% +3.9%
Net earnings $493.7 million $471.3 million +4.8
Earnings per share $0.63 $0.61 +3.3

*The Easter holiday fell in the first quarter of 2013 and the second quarter of 2014.


Publix stock price

May 1, 2014 – $32.50
March 1, 2014 – $30.15
Nov. 1, 2013 – $30.00
Aug. 1, 2013 – $27.55
May 1, 2013 – $26.90

“I’m proud of our Publix associates who continue to deliver premier customer service,” said CEO Ed Crenshaw. “Our good operating performance is a result of their hard work and dedication.

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