USA: Hartmarx Q3 Revenues Fall, Says Profit In Sight
Casual and golf apparel maker Hartmarx Corporation saw third quarter revenues fall to $149.1 million compared to $159.7 million in the same period of 2001. Earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) in the quarter ended 31 August 2002 improved to $6.8 million compared to a loss of $7.4 million in 2001. After consideration of interest expense and income taxes, net earnings before extraordinary item were $1.8 million or $.05 per share in 2002 compared to a loss of $6.6 million or $.22 per share in 2001.