Avon sales up but results dragged down by strong US dollar
A strong US dollar offset the effect of sales increases for direct seller Avon leaving the profits down significantly on last year’s figures.
Archives for October 29, 2009
Higher prices boost 3Q profits for Colgate
Colgate-Palmolive’s third quarter results show that its consumers did not shy away from higher prices as both sales and profits continue to rise.
Sweden investigates cumulative exposure to chemicals such as parabens
The cumulative effects of potential endocrine disruptors such as parabens and phthalates are being investigated by Sweden’s environment ministry with conclusions to be presented before the end of its EU presidency.
P&G consumers return, boosting both sales and profits
Procter & Gamble appears to have turned the corner having posted first quarter results that beat market expectations.
Printpack launches shrink film to protect products from light, at lower cost
Printpack has developed a new PETG film with a light protection barrier to help personal care and beverage manufacturers protect their formulations without resorting to expensive containers.