STOCKHOLM, Sweden, Jan. 27, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- Getinge AB (Other OTC:GNGBF):
FINANCIAL STATEMENT 2002
-- The profit before tax climbed by 25% in Q4 to SEK 405.0
million (324.6 m)
-- The profit before tax for the full year was SEK 875.6
million (750.4 m)
-- Positive earnings trend continues for Infection Control
-- All business areas strengthened their operating margins in the quarter
-- Net sales reached SEK 8,640.1 million (8,148.2 m)
-- Orders received amounted to SEK 8,772.9 million (8,375.7 m)
-- The cash flow continued to be strong
-- Proposal to raise dividend to SEK 4.25 per share (3.75)
-- Good earnings outlook continues
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