Heineken is expected to report tomorrow morning net profit of between EUR701 million and EUR759 million ($611.7 million to $662.3 million), compared with EUR621 million in 2000. The consensus forecast for 2001 is EUR717 million. Heineken itself predicted at least 12% growth.
THE NETHERLANDS: Heineken set to report profit boost
Analysts have forecast that global brewing force, Heineken, will report a 15% increase in net profit for 2001 when it publishes its results tomorrow. It is also thought likely that the group will give an indication of its future acquisition strategy.
February 26, 2002