| We track EBIT because we believe it makes it easier to compare our performance with previous periods, and with companies and industries that do not have the same capital structure or tax laws. |
| The aircraft division Bombardier Aerospace recorded EBIT of USD112m for the first quarter, compared with USD55m in last year's first quarter. |
| Overall, including the impact of the above factors, Group EBIT in the third quarter declined to EUR 197 million. |
| Until 2008 the EBIT margins of both companies are subject to certain fluctuations, which among other things are a result of erratically incurring revenues from the sale of real estate. |
| However, the sale of the Plastics business unit reduced the EBIT of the METALL ZUG GROUP by CHF 7.1 million. |
| The segment's EBIT margin reflected high levels of brand support and the continued roll-out of Nescafé Dolce Gusto, now sold in 24 countries. |
