Strong Financial Performance
Diluted earnings per share finished at $4.85, net income was $181 million, and EBITDA was $349 million, all up 14% from the prior year.
Inside Sales Growth
Total inside sales for the quarter were $1.47 billion, an increase of $121 million or 9% from the prior year.
Grocery and General Merchandise Margin Expansion
Same-store grocery and general merchandise sales were up 3.6% with an average margin of 35.6%, an increase of approximately 160 basis points from the prior year.
Successful Acquisition and Integration
The Fikes acquisition was completed, expected to contribute over $200 million of inside sales and approximately 200 million gallons of fuel for the second half of fiscal '25.
Effective Operating Expense Management
Same-store operating expenses increased only by 2%, showcasing effective cost management strategies.