Profits of €3.6m make Lily O’Brien’s a tempting prospect for buyers

The company, founded 25 years ago by former independent senator Mary Ann O’Brien, saw profits rise from €1.8m in 2015

Mary Ann O’Brien

Luxury chocolate maker Lily O’Brien’s posted a sweet €3.6 million in profits last year, nearly doubling its profits since 2015.

The company, founded 25 years ago by former independent senator Mary Ann O’Brien, posted €3.6 million in profits-before-tax for the year ending December 31, 2016, up from €1.8 million in 2015.

According to newly-filed accounts, the company made €31.6 million in turnover last year, up by €4.6 million.

Headquartered in Co Kildare, the ...