2nd Feb 2007 07:01
Micro Focus International plc02 February 2007 Embargoed for 7.00am 2 February 2007 Micro Focus International plc Trading update Hosting equity analyst and investor day Ahead of its analyst and investor event today, Micro Focus International plc("Micro Focus", "the Company" LSE: MCRO.L) announces an update on trading forthe nine months to 31 January 2007. At its interim results on 8 December 2006, the Company stated that full yearrevenue growth, excluding any benefit from HAL KS acquired on 3 November 2006,was expected to be in the range of 7% to 10% over the prior year. Based onperformance across the business and with a slight currency benefit, managementbelieves that revenue for the full year should meet or marginally exceed the topend of this guidance. HAL KS revenues for the six month period to 30 April 2007are still expected to be in the range of $4.0m to $5.0m. Stephen Kelly, Chief Executive, commented: "I am encouraged by the progress made by Micro Focus since the interims, withgrowth driven by all revenue lines. We look forward to the outcome for the fullyear with confidence." An equity analyst and investor day is being held today at the offices ofFinancial Dynamics. Presentations will be made by Micro Focus's management teamfocusing on the Company, its solutions and markets. No new material trading orfinancial information will be disclosed. Enquiries: Micro Focus Financial DynamicsStephen Kelly, Chief Executive Officer Harriet KeenNick Bray, Chief Financial Officer Haya ChelhotTel: +44 (0)1635 32646 Tel: +44 (0)20 7831 3113 This information is provided by RNS The company news service from the London Stock ExchangeRelated Shares:
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