Interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2009
Continuing take-up of Global Information Management supports strong growth across business
04 August 2009
SDL plc (“SDL” or “the Group”), a leader in the emerging market for Global Information Management (GIM) solutions, is pleased to announce its unaudited interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2009. The full income status and a downloadable full overview of the interim results can be found on www.sdl.com
Highlights:
Results in line with expectations
Headline sales growth of 10%
9% organic growth, 1% increase due to 2008 acquisitions
Positive revenue growth from both segments
Technology segment grew by 18% (20% currency benefit, 4% increase due to acquisitions, 6% decrease at constant currency)
Translation services growth of 6%, (20% currency benefit, 14% decrease at constant currency)
Cross leverage improving – integrated selling of SDL Tridion, SDL Trisoft and Language Technology
Progress in operating margin development and efficiency gains initiated
XyEnterprise acquisition provides another step to true GIM leadership and enterprise content management
Careful and measured cost controls in place, but with continued investment into key areas of the business
Strong cash generation and net cash position of £32.9m
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