Dillard’s Inc. saw a sales increase in the second quarter but a decrease in net income, dropping to $72.8 million from $74.5 million the previous year. Earnings per share rose to $4.66 from $4.59 as the company bought back its own stock.

Total retail sales and comparable-store sales both rose 1 percent to $1.447 billion. Juniors’ and children’s apparel, women’s accessories and lingerie performed well, while home and furniture lagged behind.

Retail gross margin fell to 38.1 percent from 39.1 percent last year, with decreases in men’s and women’s apparel. The company did not provide guidance on sales or earnings projections for the second half of the year.

Dillard’s operates 272 stores in 30 states, including 28 clearance centers.

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