TJX’s sales spike as customers shop in stores
August 18, 2021
Second quarter sales at the U.S. unit of TJX Cos. posted an 18 percent increase in sales compared to the same period in 2019 as its three core businesses — HomeGoods, Marshalls and T.J. Maxx — all reported solid gains. “Treasure-hunt shopping experience continued to draw customers into our stores around the world,” said TJX CEO Ernie Herrman.
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