Swedish clothing retailer Hennes & Mauritz AB (HM-B.SK) said Monday its total sales in local currencies increased by 15% in January from the same month last year.

 
   MAIN FACTS:

-The increase was in line with analysts' expectations and guidance given by the company in January.

-The total number of stores amounted to 3,184 on Jan.31, 2014 versus

2,808 on Jan.31, 2013.

-Shares closed Friday at SEK291.10.

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