Net income was up 13% to $184 million compared to $162 million for the 13 weeks ended May 2 as sales rose 3% to $1,916 million from $1,868 million, marking it as Big Foot’s most profitable quarter in history. First quarter comps were up a strong 7.8% and overall sales would have been up 8% excluding currency effects. During the quarter, Big Foot opened 37 stores and closed 41 to finish at 3,423 units.

The increases were led by extremely strong digital sales with the Eastbay banner up low-double digits and the store banners.com segment up almost 50% for a two ... Log in to view full article.