The National Average for Gross Revenue at ECP Locations Decreased for the Week of April 8–14, Jobson’s Latest Practice Performance Tracker Shows

NEW YORK—The national average for gross revenue at ECP locations decreased last week, April 8–14, when compared with the previous week at a rate of -4 index points. That places gross revenue at a level 2 index points above where it was at this point in time (Week 15) when compared with last year (2023), 1 point above the same period in 2022, 6 points above 2021, 101 points above 2020 and 15 points above 2019, according to Jobson’s most recent Practice Performance Tracker.

Inspecs Group Reports 2023 Full-Year Financial Results

BATH, England—Inspecs Group plc (LSE: SPEC), a global eyewear and lens design house and manufacturer, reported its 2023 full-year financial results. Group revenue for 2023 grew 1 percent to £203.3 million compared with £201.0 million in the same period last year. On a constant exchange rate basis, revenue decreased to £200.7 million (compared with £201.0 million in 2022). Gross profit for 2023 increased 4.7 percent year-over-year to £103.5 million. Cash generated from operations was £16.9 million, while net debt excluding leasing was £24.2 million.

Johnson & Johnson Reports First Quarter 2024 Financial Results

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J.—Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) has announced financial results for the first quarter of 2024, with reported sales growth of 2.3 percent to $21.4 billion, operational growth of 3.9 percent, and adjusted operational growth of 4.0 percent. Sales in the U.S. increased 7.8 percent for the first quarter. “Johnson & Johnson’s solid first quarter performance reflects our sharpened focus and the progress in our portfolio and pipeline,” said Joaquin Duato, chairman and chief executive officer. “Our impact across the full spectrum of health care is unique in our industry, and the milestones achieved this quarter reinforce our position as an innovation powerhouse.”

VSP Vision Releases 2023 Social Responsibility Impact Report

RANCHO CORDOVA, Calif.—VSP Vision has released its 2023 Impact Report, which highlights the company’s progress toward its corporate social responsibility (CSR) commitments. The second annual report provides details on how VSP Vision continues to collaborate with its network of optometrists, community partners and employees to accelerate health equity, empower diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I), and advance sustainability.

New inSights Research From The Vision Council Reveals More Than One-Third of Eyewear Users Neglect Proper Care

ALEXANDRIA, Va.—The Vision Council released its latest research report, Focused inSights Eyewear Accessories, providing comprehensive data into American adults' behaviors, preferences and purchasing patterns related to eyewear accessories. The report sheds light on the usage and maintenance habits surrounding various eyewear accessories and underscores the importance of proper care and storage of eyewear products to ensure optimal vision, according to the announcement from The Vision Council. The survey highlights a variety of eyewear accessories, including eyeglasses cases, eyeglass chains/lanyards, microfiber cloths, eyeglasses replacement/sizing nose pads, lens cleaning wipes, lens cleaning solution, contact lens cases, contact lens solution and lubricant eye drops.