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February 14, 2013

Whole Foods Market Inc. reported that its first-quarter net income rose 24% to $146 million, exceeding expectations, on stronger revenue.

Austin, Texas -- Whole Foods Market Inc. reported that its first-quarter net income rose 24% to $146 million, exceeding expectations, on stronger revenue. But the grocer narrowed its revenue forecast and said its earnings growth may slow through the remainder of the year amid higher store-opening costs and plans to increase its selection of lower-priced products.

Total sales increased nearly 14% to $3.86 billion for the 16-week period that ended Jan. 20. Same-store sales were up 7.2% for the quarter.

November 8, 2012

Whole Food Q4 profit jumps nearly 50%

Whole Foods Market Inc. said that its fiscal fourth-quarter profit increased nearly 50% on strong sales.

Austin, Texas -- Whole Foods Market Inc. said Wednesday that its fiscal fourth-quarter profit increased nearly 50% on strong sales. The grocer’s company's net income rose to $112.7 million for the period ended Sept. 30, up from $75.5 million a year ago.

Revenue rose nearly 24% to $2.91 billion, with an extra week in the most recent quarter. Same-store sales were up nearly 9%.

February 9, 2012

Whole Foods profit rises 33%; 69 new stores in development

Whole Foods Market Inc. reported that profit for the first quarter rose a better-than-expected 33% to $118.3 million amid increased customer visits and higher prices on select items.

Austin, Texas -- Whole Foods Market Inc. reported Wednesday that profit for the first quarter rose a better-than-expected 33% to $118.3 million amid increased customer visits and higher prices on select items. On a follow-up conference call with analysts, the chain revealed it has 69 new stores in development, or 2.4 million square feet, in development.

December 17, 2010

The Retail Power 10

Some are entrepreneurs who built their companies from the ground up, turning one idea into a billion-dollar global empire.

Some are entrepreneurs who built their companies from the ground up, turning one idea into a billion-dollar global empire. Some came up through the ranks, earning the trust and admiration of those around them with each passing year. And still others came in later — hired guns — bringing with them an expertise and skill set that sets them apart. All are alike in their ability to create new opportunities and take their businesses to the next level — no easy feat in today’s marketplace.

January 25, 2009

Court Denies Whole Foods Motion Against FTC

A Washington, D.C., appeals court on Friday denied a motion by Whole Foods Market against...

July 28, 2008

Court Reverses Whole Foods-Wild Oats Ruling

A federal appeals court on Tuesday overturned a lower court ruling from last year that...

January 28, 2008

Whole Foods CEO Gets $162,160 for 2007 After Self-imposed Pay Cut

New York City Whole Foods CEO Receives $162,160 for 2007 After Self-imposed The chief executive...

December 16, 2007

Whole Foods COO Exercises Options

New York City The COO and co-president of Whole Foods Market Inc. exercised options and...