James Halstead plc, the AIM listed manufacturer and international distributor of commercial floor coverings, reports:
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Revenue lower at £114.7 million - a decrease of 2.1% (on a constant exchange rate basis increased by 2.9%) |
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Operating profit higher at £23.3 million - an increase of 7.7% |
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Pre-tax profit higher at £23.0 million - an increase of 7.5% |
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Basic earnings per ordinary share 8.6p - an increase of 10.3% |
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Interim dividend increased to a record 3.5p - an increase of 11.4% |
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Net cash at £55.9 million |
The Chief Executive, Mr. Mark Halstead, commented:
"We continue to build on the robust performance of the last 15 years and despite having the strength of sterling as a strong headwind to our exports in the first half we have again reported a record profit".
