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Myer has reported a 2.8% fall in first quarter sales to $699 million.

The department store has released the figures after weeks of public campaigning by industry powerbroker Solomon Lew.

Lew, Myer's largest shareholder, has also blasted Myer's turnaround strategy and board representatives.

Myer reported a 2.1% comparable sales fall in the 13 weeks to October 28.

Myer chief Richard Umbers said the business is looking forward to peak trading periods.

"Myer remains focused on the upcoming and more significant trading periods of spring racing and Christmas."

"Sales during Q1 FY2018 reflect the continuation of challenging retail conditions characterised by heightened competition and subdued consumer sentiment."

Umbers said online sales grew by 67.8% on the previous corresponding period, with Click and Collect also tracking solid growth.

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