This document contains a summary of Cia. Hering's 2Q09 performance and business outlook:
- Gross revenue grew 48.9% in the domestic market and Hering brand sales increased 57.7%. Same-store sales grew 29.3% and EBITDA margin increased 4.1 percentage points.
- 14 new Hering stores and 2 new PUC stores were opened in 2Q09. The expansion plan aims to open 81 new stores by the end of 2010.
- Capex was invested in store openings, remodels, and industrial equipment upgrades. Financial results improved due to exchange rate variations and derivative reversals.
- Shareholders were paid dividends and interest on