Beverly Hills 11/24/2009 1:41:35 AM
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Campbell’s Earnings Rise As Expenses Fall

Finance World News Update by EQUITIES Magazine

Campbell Soup Co. reported today that its first quarter profit jumped 17 percent due to lower costs from increased efficiency in getting its products from its plants to store shelves. Still, revenue fell 2.1 percent to $2.2 billion as sales dropped for most of its categories, from condensed soup to Prego past sauce.

The higher profit is yet another indicator that the inflation that winded ingredient and packaging prices last year is over. Campbell’s also raised its guidance for the rest of the fiscal year.

In midday trading, the company’s shares rose 23 cents to $34.35.

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