I don't think investors should expect any surprises from retail results this week. The holiday season is over and everybody is looking forward. So what will be more interesting are any comments that might be made on conference calls as to the outlook for the rest of the year.
The lack of scientific evidence should not be used as the basis for not doing anything. By the time you finally get the scientists there, there's nothing left.
This is a way for the company?to continue to grow over time and I think it is a healthy strategy over time.
If there is blip in production costs or commodity prices, that's another thing, ... But right now, it's so competitive, retailers can't raise prices.
