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.