Europe's largest high-street optical chain said it had defied the 'crisis' and seen sales rise 6 per cent to E807m (£568m) and net income jump 15 per cent to E45m.
GŸnther Fielmann, founder and chairman of the management board said: 'In difficult times, consumers seek a provider who offers good value for money. When it comes to spectacles, consumers know that Fielmann is such a provider.'
The company, known for its discounting, also announced a rise of 11 per cent in turnover to E297m in the first five months of this year. Fielmann said net profits rose 6 per cent to E24m and pre-tax profits rose 18 per cent to E37.5m. It plans to open 20 more outlets across Germany. It also operates in Switzerland, Austria, the Netherlands and Poland, and has set its sights on the UK, Spain and Italy, but is yet to make its move.
The company predicted it would reach double-digit increases in turnover, sales and pre-tax profits for this year.
samantha.daltonrbi.co.uk
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