Limited Brands Jumps On Rise In August Same-Store Sales

Shares of Limited Brands Inc LTD surged after the company reported a higher-than-expected rise in its August same-store sales. LTD has posted 10% growth in its August same-store sales, as compared to expectations of a 7.3% rise. The company’s total sales for the same period came in at $630.3 million, up from $561.4 million. LTD shares climbed 4.86% to $25.45 at 1:03 pm. Read more from Benzinga's Company news.