(Dec. 19) – Although the crisis has a negative impact on sales in the Italian area, for the first time in its history, Ferrero is still growing. The total turnover achieved by the company, according to the budget approved yesterday until August 31st, 2103, amounted to 2,697 billion euro. On the one hand, sales on the Italian market are decreasing of 5.3% in value, if compared to last year; on the other one, exports marked a positive performance ,in over 70 countries, with a 780 million euro and an increase of 4.1% in value. The Italian company has continued to be inspired by the traditional ethical values of the Group, continuing initiatives in disadvantaged areas of the planet, using the model of Imprese Sociali Ferrero, already built in Cameroon , South Africa and India. (red)
