Financial Highlights
  • Record sales and profit
  • Gross margin improvement
  • Strong balance sheet
Turnover USDm
USD2,042m
Gross Margin %
34.0%
EBIT USDm
USD142m
BASIC EARNINGS PER SHARE US¢
US6.43¢
Business Review
Power Equipment
SALES BY BUSINESS
USD1.5 billion
74.4% of the total turnover
The Power Equipment business, comprised of power tools, hand tools, outdoor products and accessories, delivered USD1.5 billion in sales, 7.9% higher than the same period last year. The business accounted for 74.4% of overall Group sales.
Power Equipment Business Review
Floor Care and Appliances
SALES BY BUSINESS
USD0.5 billion
25.6% of the total turnover
Floor Care and Appliances achieved a 17.0% increase in sales during the first half of 2013 to USD0.5 billion. The business accounted for 25.6% of Group turnover against 24.1% for the same period last year.
Floor Care and Appliances Business Review