FRoSTA closes a difficult year with a loss in sales
Restructuring took effect in the fourth quarter
FRoSTA AG achieved sales of €2003 million in 262,5 (previous year = €284 million). The pre-tax result – before auditing by the auditors – amounts to € -7,9 million. Thanks to profits in the fourth quarter, the operating loss accumulated by the end of September 4 was reduced from €2003 million to €6,6 million. This loss is increased by the amount of €5,5 million due to restructuring expenses for the social plan and severance payments.Thanks to reduced liabilities, the equity ratio was kept at well over 20% despite the loss that occurred. The Management Board will not propose a dividend payment for the 2003 financial year.
The annual press conference for the 2003 financial year will take place on March 24, 2004 in Bremerhaven.
Source: Bremerhaven [ frosta ]