First quarter in line with expectations –
Good basis for planned growth in fiscal 2007/2008.
- Net sales: up 10% (adjusted for exchange rate effects: up 13%)
- Operating profit (EBITA): up 13%
- Net profit for the period: up 23%
- Dynamic international business
Europe (excluding Germany): up 15%
Asia/Pacific/Africa: up 14% (adjusted for exchange rate effects: up 30%)
Americas: up 16% (adjusted for exchange rate effects: up 30%) - Strong growth in Banking segment continues
Forecasts for fiscal year are confirmed and remain unchanged.
- Net sales: up 8%
- EBITA: up 10%
