In a July 23 release, the company reported sales for the third quarter increased 2 percent to $179.8 million from $176.8 million in last year's third quarter. Net earnings increased 38 percent to $14.9 million from $10.8 million last year. Earnings per diluted share were $.80 for the June quarter compared to $.57 last year. Operating income increased 40 percent to $24.4 million this year from $17.5 million in the year ago period.
Gerald B. Shreiber, J & J's President and CEO, said; "We had strong performances from our food service and retail grocery groups during the quarter. Although we continue to be challenged with issues facing the overall economy, we are confident of our abilities to overcome these issues."
For the nine months ended June 27, sales increased 4 percent to $470.3 million from $452.0 million in last year's nine months. Net earnings increased 58 percent to $26.5 million in the nine months from $16.7 million last year. Earnings per diluted share were $1.42 for the nine months compared to $.88 last year. Operating income increased 69 percent to $43.1 million from $25.5 million in the year ago period.
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