Best Buy posts gains, looks forward to a merry Christmas
November 26, 2019
Shares of Best Buy were up five percent in premarket trading after the retailer posted a two percent gain in same-store sales during the third quarter and posted earnings per share of $1.13, above the $1.03 forecast by analysts. The consumer electronics retailer upped its annual forecast following its strong quarter and has expectations for a solid performance during the fourth quarter.
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