ABILENE, Kan., March 29, 2005 (PRIMEZONE) -- Duckwall-ALCO Stores, Inc. (Nasdaq:DUCK) announces today that it will host an investor conference call to discuss its operating results for the quarter ended January 31, 2005. The Company plans to release its fourth quarter and full year FY2005 earnings on Monday, April 4 at 8:30 a.m. EDT and will host an investor conference call the next day, Tuesday, April 5, at 11:15 a.m. EDT to discuss those results in greater detail.
The dial-in number for the conference call is 800-523-2399 (international and local participants dial 706-643-9636). The Access Code is 5074269. Parties interested in participating in the conference call should dial in approximately five minutes prior to 11:15 a.m. EDT. A replay of the call will be available two hours after completion from April 5, 2004 through April 19, 2005 by dialing 800-642-1687 or for international/local callers by dialing 706-645-9291. The replay Access Code is 5074269.
About Duckwall-ALCO Stores
Duckwall-ALCO Stores, Inc. is a leading regional retailer that specializes in offering a wide variety of products at reasonable prices to the underserved communities of America. Founded in 1901 by A.L. Duckwall as a general merchandising operation in Abilene, Kan., Duckwall-ALCO is known for its convenient locations and for its friendly, personal service. The Company has 266 stores in 21 states across the central United States, operating under two names, ALCO and Duckwall. ALCO discount stores offer a full line of merchandise, while Duckwall variety stores serve smaller communities, offering a smaller selection.