Wired schreef op 8 november 2017 06:47:
Ahold Delhaize sales growth increased to 2.1%, with strong synergy delivery resulting in margin expansion
Net sales increased by 7.4% to €15.1 billion (up 10.9% at constant exchange rates)
Net income increased by 54.0% to €362 million (up 59.5% at constant exchange rates)
Pro forma net sales decreased by 1.1% to €15.1 billion (up 2.1% at constant exchange rates)
Strong sales performance in the U.S., gaining market share across our brands
Online businesses growing total net consumer sales by more than 20%
Pro forma underlying operating margin increased to 3.9%, up 40 basis points compared to Q3 2016
Strong free cash flow of €426 million, up €340 million, with guidance of €1.6 billion for FY 2017 reiterated
Free cash flow for FY 2018 expected to increase, including capital expenditure to step up to €1.9 billion
New €2 billion share buy back program for 2018, following completion of the €1 billion program in 2017