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Lafarge announces rise in Q3 results

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Lafarge announces rise in Q3 results
Lafarge has reported a 6 % increase in consolidated net
sales to € 4.45 billion in the third quarter of 2010, compared with the
same period of 2009. However, operating income was down 2 % due to
inflation of input costs and the impact of lower volumes, partially
offset by cost cutting and favourable foreign exchange rates.

Dec. 9, 2010 – Lafarge has reported a 6% increase in consolidated net sales to €4.45 billion in the third quarter of 2010, compared with the same period of 2009. However, operating income was down 2% due to inflation of input costs and the impact of lower volumes, partially offset by cost cutting and favourable foreign exchange rates. | READ MORE