Talbots Direct Marketing Sales Rise 3%

The Talbots Inc. reported net income of $19.8 million for the fourth quarter up from $15.4 million last year.

The cataloger and retailer reported sales of $486.2 million for the quarter ended Dec. 31, up 3% from $470.7 million last year.

The Hingham, MA firm reported direct marketing sales of $72.1 million for the quarter, up 3% from $69.7 million last year.