Britvic Plc First quarter in line with expectations

Britvic Plc (LON:BVIC), today announced Q1 trading statement to 23 DEcember 2018.

Trading in the first quarter was in line with our expectations. Reported revenue increased 4.5% to £352.4m and organic constant currency revenue, excluding the soft drink levies, increased 1.5% to £337.3m.

Simon Litherland, Britvic Chief Executive, commented:

“We have delivered a solid start to the new financial year, with performance in line with our expectations. Given the resilience of our business, the strength of our portfolio and exciting marketing and innovation plans, we are confident of making further progress in 2019.”