James Halstead plc, the AIM listed manufacturer and international distributor of commercial floor coverings, reports:
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Revenue higher at £117.2 million - an increase of 5.7% |
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Operating profit higher at £21.6 million - an increase of 5.1% |
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Pre-tax profit higher at £21.4 million - an increase of 5.3% |
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Basic earnings per ordinary share 7.8p - an increase of 5.4% |
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Interim dividend increased to a record 3.142p - an increase of 4.7% |
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Net cash at £46.7 million |
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The Chief Executive, Mr. Mark Halstead, commented:
"After 100 years of manufacturing, 67 years as a quoted company and in our 40th year of increased dividend I am reminded of the famous Kipling quote "gardens are not made by sitting in the shade". We have grown and prospered and I have confidence in the full year result".
