Monday, May 01, 2006

Lafarge leaps forward

Well, Lafarge is sitting pretty. The company announced that first quarter sales were up 28.1 percent. Strong demand and favorable weather in North America led to a very significant increase in cement sales, according to teh company. Average prices increased significantly in both the United States and Canada. Good volume trends were experienced in aggregates across North America, together with favorable pricing. In ready-mixed concrete, a strong increase in sales was recorded in North America, together with solid price increases to cover higher aggregates and cement costs. A good equation for success and future profitability. Your comment?