For more detailed information on July sales results, please call 626-709-1209 to listen to a recorded commentary.
Additionally, a conference call to discuss second quarter results, business trends and other matters is scheduled for August 17, 2005 at 4:30 PM (ET). The conference call number is 800-370-0869, and will be accessible to all interested parties. It will also be webcast at www.companyboardroom.com. A replay will be available at 877-519-4471, pass code 6156996, for approximately two weeks.
Nation's mall based specialty retailer Hot Topic Inc offers apparel, accessories and gifts to young men and women principally between the ages of 12 and 22. Torrid, the Company's second concept, provides plus-size fashion-forward apparel and accessories that target young women principally between the ages of 15 and 29. As of July 30, 2005 the Company operated 628 Hot Topic stores in all 50 states and Puerto Rico, 100 Torrid stores, and Internet stores.
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