* J C Penney announces departure of chief financial officer

* J C Penney Company - Edward record has informed company of intention to step down from his position as executive vice president, chief financial officer

* J C Penney Company Inc - ‍andrew Drexler will assume position of interim chief financial officer along with his current duties​

* J C Penney company - record will remain with co in an advisory capacity until aug. 7 to assist with transition while search for replacement is conducted

* J C Penney company inc - "continue to expect to report significantly improved top-line results this quarter versus q1" Source text for Eikon: Further company coverage: