Britvic (BVIC); Q1 trading statement: trading in line with expectations

In its Q1 trading statement to 23 December 2018, Britvic’s revenue increased 4.5% to £352.4m. Its organic constant currency revenue, excluding the soft drink levies, increased 1.5% to £337.3m.

Simon Litherland, Britvic’s 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.”