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Advance Auto Parts presented its third quarter financial results alongside a strategic update, showcasing a mixture of progress and challenges. From a high-level perspective, the company reported a 3% growth in comparable sales, marking a positive trajectory in both Professional (Pro) and Do-It-Yourself (DIY) channels. The adjusted operating margin expanded significantly by 370 basis points year-over-year to 4.4%, indicating improvements in operational efficiency. The company raised nearly $2 billion to strengthen its balance sheet, aiming for an eventual return to investment-grade credit status. On the positive side, Advance Auto Parts made strides in its strategic priorities, including initiatives in merchandise assortment and distribution efficiencies. The company successfully completed the rollout of a new assortment framework across its top 50 designated market areas, covering 70% of its sales. This has reportedly enhanced product margins and is expected to yield additional cost benefits in the future.