Seven & I Q3 Operating Profit Up 4.8%

Seven & I Holdings Co

reported a 4.8% rise in its third-quarter operating profit. Seven & I's quarterly operating profit surged to 69.2 billion yen ($789 million). The company raised its annual dividend view to 64 yen for the year, versus its prior forecast of 62 yen. Seven & I shares closed at $59.55 yesterday.