New Albany, Ohio -- Abercrombie & Fitch Co. reported Wednesday that profit for the second-quarter rose 64% to $32 million, up from $19.5 million, on increased demand in the United States and Europe. Revenue rose 23% to $916.8 million, as previously reported, and same-store sales increased 9%. The quarterly results indicate the retailer’s rebound as it has honed its focus on international expansion and right-sizing the portfolio. It plans to open 40 Hollister stores internationally this year, and close up to 65 stores in the United States. On Tuesday, Abercrombie & Fitch released news that it had offered Michael
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Abercrombie & Fitch said it's concerned that having Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino and his fellow "Jersey Shore" cast members seen in its clothing could cause "significant damage" to the company's image.
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