Swiss chocolate maker Lindt reports increase in sales

Chocolate maker Lindt & Sprüngli Group has reported a 17.4 per cent increase in sales to 1.4 billion Swiss francs for the first half of 2015, with its acquisition of US confectionery company Russell Stover driving growth.

Lindt has reported a 17.4 per cent increase in sales

“The strength of the Swiss franc and high prices for raw materials will continue to present major challenges. Nevertheless, Lindt & Sprüngli is maintaining its 6 to 8 per cent target ...