Sales

A balance of 8% of fabricators (the difference between 30% who sold more and 38% who sold less) saw sales drop in July 2005 compared with the same period in 2004 in the Monthly Index sponsored by Eurocell Profiles Ltd. However, a net 10% of conservatory fabricators reported an increase in sales in July 2005 compared with June 2005. Fabricators across the country saw sales rise over the period. Mid-sized firms did best.

Forecasts:

A balance of 10% of fabricators expect to sell more conservatories in August 2005 compared with July 2005. Large companies and firms in the Midlands are most positive.

A net 6% of conservatory fabricators also forecast better sales in August 2005 compared with the same period last year. Expectations are strongest among large and mid-sized companies (40% and 20% respectively).

The monthly tracker survey is sponsored by Eurocell Profiles Ltd. For survey details or further information contact Lucia Di Stazio, Michael Rigby Associates (01453 521621) or visit www.521621.com. The report can also be viewed on www.glassage.com

Source

Glass Age