Premier Foods sees sales rise, driven by holiday treats like mince pies and sweets.
Premier Foods, owner of Mr Kipling, reported a 3.1% increase in sales for the 13 weeks ending December 28, buoyed by a 20% rise in mince pie sales and an 8.9% increase in branded sweet treats. The company's overseas sales also rose by 29%. Despite a decline in private label sales, Premier Foods is on track to hit the top end of market profit expectations, estimated between £180.1m and £186.4m for the year.
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