MAIN NEWS HEADLINES

Oct 11 – Oct 17, 2010 Edition Barnes & Noble Shares Yield Highest Dividends Among Specialty Stores

AUTHORLINK NEWS/October 11, 2010—Barnes & Noble ranks first in dividend yields among the top five specialty stores in that industry, according to the web site, Smart Trends.

Barnes & Noble’s yield is 6.2%, while Books-A-Million ranks second with a dividend yield of 3.3%. Tiffany & Co, ranked third, Staples fourth and Big 5 Sporting Goods fifth.

Dividends can enhance returns for investors seeking income in addition to capital gains.