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Jardine Cycle & Carriage Limited 2006 Financial Statements and Dividend Announcement
Hamilton, Bermuda: March 01, 2007 -- Highlights
€¢ Underlying earnings per share 30% lower at US¢62.33
€¢ Significant decline in Astra's automotive sales in difficult markets
€¢ Consumer confidence in Indonesia showing some improvement
€¢ Strong performance from Singapore motors
€¢ Full year dividend per share up 11%
"Astra's performance is expected to show steady improvement as Indonesian markets continue to recover, although competitive pressures remain significant. In the medium term, Astra's leadership in the automotive sector, its strong market positions in financial services, agribusiness and heavy equipment and its infrastructure investments provide excellent opportunities for growth."
Anthony Nightingale, Chairman
1 March 2007
Full report can be viewed here: http://202.66.146.82/listco/sg/jsh/press/p070301.pdf