The TJX Companies, Inc. saw sales of $1.70 billion for the month of September, which represents an increase of 14% over the $1.5 billion result posted during the same month last year. For the 35 weeks ended September 30, 2006, sales reached $10.9 billion, a 9% increase over last year’s $10.0 billion. Consolidated comparable store sales for the month increased 9% over last year. For the 35-week period ended September 30, 2006, consolidated comparable store sales increased 4% over last year.

Ben Cammarata, Chairman and Acting Chief Executive Officer of The TJX Companies, Inc., stated, “Our consolidated comparable store sales increase of 9% was well ahead of our expectations, with every division exceeding plan. Solid execution of our off-price fundamentals, which includes a consistent flow of exciting, brand-name merchandise at great values, combined with favorable weather patterns, drove our strong results. With above-plan performance in September, we are raising our third quarter earnings per share outlook to $.44 – $.45.”