We achieved a strong profitability through better than expected merchandise margin and disciplined expense management.

Aug 17, 2022 / CEO / receipt, needs a key / Ernie Herman, CEO | earnings call 2022-08-17 | transcript 6d9e4bfb-a6da-431e-9bd7-23db140c7cdc | chars 2478-2596 | segment 2

We expect that across all of our divisions, our merchandise margin opportunities, the moderation of expense headwinds, particularly freight, and our focus on expense management will contribute to our improved profitability.

Aug 17, 2022 / CEO / receipt, needs a key / Ernie Herman, CEO | earnings call 2022-08-17 | transcript 6d9e4bfb-a6da-431e-9bd7-23db140c7cdc | chars 11482-11705 | segment 11

Eventually, consumers will be physically returning to work, socializing again, and resuming travel. This is what we saw happen in Australia, where, despite recent COVID shutdowns, life had largely returned to normal during the fourth quarter, and we saw strong sales trends return in our apparel business.

Feb 24, 2021 / CEO / receipt, needs a key / Ernie Herman, CEO | earnings call 2021-02-24 | transcript 96befd77-2884-46a3-8284-cd46eb5026a9 | chars 10150-10455 | segment 10

Although TJX does not operate stores in China or the other countries that have been significantly impacted as of today, We have several global buying offices and our buyers who travel the world. We are monitoring the situation closely with the health and well-being of all of our associates being our top priority.

Feb 26, 2020 / CEO / receipt, needs a key / Ernie Herman, CEO | earnings call 2020-02-26 | transcript 358fd166-4714-418d-8775-83e06bbbea71 | chars 2217-2531 | segment 2