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Last Update: 7:29 AM ET October 04 2008
The drug store chain reported a 9% rise in sales to $15 billion, pushing income 12% higher to $443 million or 45 cents a share on strong retail margins. Walgreen is moderating its organic growth rate to create greater operational and financial flexibility and drive earnings growth.
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