Monro, Inc. reported a 2.3% increase in sales to $349.5 million for the first quarter of fiscal 2023. Comparable store sales increased by 2.8% in retail locations, with a significant 15% increase in ~300 small or underperforming stores. Diluted EPS was $.37, and adjusted diluted EPS was $.42. The company generated record operating cash flow of ~$77 million and completed the divestiture of non-core wholesale and tire distribution assets for ~$102 million.
First quarter sales increased by 2.3% to $349.5 million.
Comparable store sales in retail locations grew by 2.8%, driven by a 15% increase in approximately 300 underperforming stores.
Diluted EPS was reported at $.37, with an adjusted diluted EPS of $.42.
The company completed the divestiture of its wholesale and tire distribution assets for a total transaction value of $102 million.
Monro is not providing fiscal 2023 financial guidance at this time but will provide perspective on its outlook for fiscal 2023 during its earnings conference call.