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Walgreens Faces $245M Loss Amid 52% Theft Spike

1/17/2025

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Walgreens CEO Tim Wentworth acknowledged that product lockups contributed to a sales decline amid a 52% increase in theft.
The company experienced a significant operating loss of $245 million this quarter, compared to $39 million last year.
Walgreens is seeking innovative strategies to address shoplifting and intends to close underperforming locations.
Pharmacy sales, however, demonstrated positive growth despite challenges in retail.

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Walgreens CEO Tim Wentworth acknowledged that product lockups contributed to a sales decline amid a 52% increase in theft.
The company experienced a significant operating loss of $245 million this quarter, compared to $39 million last year.
Walgreens is seeking innovative strategies to address shoplifting and intends to close underperforming locations.
Pharmacy sales, however, demonstrated positive growth despite challenges in retail.