Kerry Group says it expects to achieve earnings per share growth of up to 15pc this year after it experienced “good business momentum” in the first three months of 2021. The company reported business volume growth of 1.9pc during the period. Kerry Group now expects to achieve “strong volume growth and are guiding adjusted earnings per share growth of 11 – 15pc in constant currency," Mr Scanlon said. Kerry’s Taste & Nutrition division recorded growth of 2pc, while its Consumer Foods division reported volume growth of 1pc, led by “strong growth” in meat snacking. The Asia, Pacific, Middle-East and Africa (APMEA) region saw volume growth of 11.7pc, led by the company’s performance in China.

Source: Irish Independent April 29, 2021 06:54 UTC