METRO PROFIT RISES 65% IN 2ND QUARTER

MONTREAL -- Metro-Richelieu here said net income rose 65.1% to $5.1 million (Canadian $7.1 million) in the second quarter ended March 12. Sales increased 2.9% for the quarter to $460 million.

by expenses related to the sale of the grocery distribution center's transportation division.

Pierre H. Lessard, president and chief executive officer, said Metro continues to consolidate its competitive position by emphasizing merchandising and remodeling programs.

2nd-QUARTER RESULTS

Qtr. Ended 3/12/94 3/13/93

Sales $460 million $447 million

Change 2.9%

Net Income $5.1 million $3.1 million

Change 65.1%

Inc/Share 15 cents 9 cents

24 Weeks 1994 1993

Sales $950.4 million $920.6 million

Change 3.2%

Net Income $10.9 million $7.3 million

Change 49.5%

Inc/Share 32 cents 23 cents