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6th Sep 2000

Independent News & Media announces record results

The Board of Independent News & Media PLC today announced record interim results for the six months ended 30th June 2000. Independent News & Media PLC operates in Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa and the United Kingdom and has three core businesses: publishing, electronic media and outdoor advertising.

RESULTS 2000 EURm 1999 EURm Change % Turnover 629.4 525.7 19.7 Operating Profit before New Media 108.0 82.6 30.8 Profit before Tax 74.5 61.0 22.1 Fully Diluted Earnings Per Share* 8.33c 7.04c 18.3 Dividend per Share 2.50c 2.22c 12.6

  • Before exceptional items and amortisation

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