Oct 20, 2009
Amsterdam, the Netherlands – Ahold today announced consolidated net sales of €6.0 billion for the third quarter ending October 4, 2009. Compared to the third quarter of 2008, net sales increased by 4.3% and increased by 2.6% at constant exchange rates.
In the third quarter, Ahold delivered volume growth in all markets. Sales were impacted by deflation and trading down by customers while increased promotional activity continued, especially in the United States.
