Strong Second Quarter Delivering on the Growth Strategy
Charenton-le-Pont, France (July 26, 2018 – 6:30 am)
On track with objectives: First-half like-for-like growth 1 of 4.0%, including 4.8% in Q2,and contribution from operations at 18.4% of revenue
Major brands and new products driving growth
Gross margin expansion fueling continued investments in future growth
Commenting on these results, Hubert Sagnières, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Essilor, said:“Essilor delivered solid results in all regions and divisions in the first half of 2018, while at the same timepreparing for its proposed combination with Luxottica. This performance reflects the mobilization of ourteams around a powerful and unique mission: “Improving lives by improving sight”. This translates into aclear growth strategy with an aim to improve and protect the vision of more than 7 billion people aroundthe world with solutions for consumers with any level of means.
Our innovations are particularlyappreciated in many countries where needs remain significant, from the United States and China to Braziland elsewhere. This allows us to continue investing more in the future well-being of populations, andincreases our confidence in the future.”
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