Another strong half year performance says Barratt Developments
Barratt Developments PLC today released their half year results to 31st December 2016 headlined ‘Strong half year for the Group, well on track for the full year’.
In the highlights they stated: Completions outside of London at highest level for nine years; London completions were in line with planned build programme, with significant uplift expected on wholly owned sites in the second half.
Commenting on the results David Thomas, Chief Executive of Barratt Developments PLC said: “As we reported in the January trading update, we have delivered another very strong first half performance, pre-tax profits were up nearly 9% and completions outside of London at their highest level in nine years.
“Whilst we have increased volumes across the UK by 55% in the last five financial years, we have maintained our commitment to build quality and customer service and we are the only major housebuilder with the HBF 5 Star Customer Satisfaction Award.
“With a record forward order book, strong consumer demand and a positive lending backdrop, we remain confident in our outlook for the full year. Our confidence in the business going forward is reflected in the improved and extended Capital Return Plan.”
Read the Barratt Developments PLC half year results released today in full click here
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