26th Jan 2006 07:01
Barr(A.G.) PLC26 January 2006 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 26 JANUARY 2006 A.G.BARR p.l.c. Trading update A.G.BARR p.l.c., the Glasgow based manufacturer of soft drinks, including thebrands Irn-Bru, Tizer and Orangina, today announces a trading update ahead ofthe current financial year end on 28th January 2006. Trading update The Company announces that it expects full year results to be in line withmarket expectations, despite the competitive nature of the market and thechallenge of ongoing cost inflation, specifically further rises in utilities andoil based commodity costs. It is anticipated that the Preliminary Results will be announced on the 28thMarch 2006. Roger White, Chief Executive, commented: "Trading performance across the last six months has been solid despite weaknessin the UK CSD (carbonated soft drinks) market. We are now seeing the benefits ofour ongoing investment in brand building and innovation as well as ourconsistent control of key operating costs." For further information, please contact: A.G.Barr Tel: 0141 554 1899Roger White, Chief Executive Buchanan Communications Tel: 020 7466 5000Tim Thompson / Nicola Cronk This information is provided by RNS The company news service from the London Stock ExchangeRelated Shares:
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