The Bell Food Group posted growth in the first half of 2018 with a lower half-year profit
(WorldNews Africa)

The Bell Food Group`s sales revenue improved by CHF 327.6 million to CHF 2.1 billion in the first half of 2018. At 268.3 million kilograms, sales volume is up by 19.9 percent on the prior-year period. EBITDA improved by CHF 6 million following the acquisition of Hügli. EBIT declined by CHF 10.2 million to CHF 55.2 million, primarily because growth was posted for product ranges offering smaller margins in Switzerland and for the poultry business of Bell International. In the first half of 2018, the Bell Food Group improved its sales revenue by CHF 327.6 million or 18.9 percent to CHF 2.1 billion. At 268.3 million kilograms, sales volume is up 44.6 million kilograms (+19.9%) on the previous...