| In terms of financial performance, we made a conscious decision to let our top line reduce so we could maintain our EBIT margin and bottom line. |
| The survey results compare the multiples of EBIT paid for various sizes and categories of middle-market manufacturers. |
| 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. |
| Overall, including the impact of the above factors, Group EBIT in the third quarter declined to EUR 197 million. |
| 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. |
| However, the sale of the Plastics business unit reduced the EBIT of the METALL ZUG GROUP by CHF 7.1 million. |
