SBT: Explanation for business result in Q1.2013

Société De Bourbon Tay Ninh explained the fluctuation in profit before tax of Quarter 1/2013 compared to Quarter 1/2012:

-         Gross revenue in Quarter 1/2013 decreased 51% compared to the same period of last year because:

+         Selling output decreased 20% compared to the same period of last year .

+         Sugar selling price decreased about 7% compared to the same period of last year.

-         Besides, operating expenses increased 14%, cost of goods sold increased 3% compared to the same period of last year.

-         Therefore, profit before tax in Quarter 1/2013 decreased 46% compared to Quarter 1/2012.

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