AG Barr backs full-year expectations as interim profits, revenue rise

In the 26 weeks to 1 August, adjusted pre-tax profit ticked up 2.6% to £36.1m on revenue of £247.4m, up 8.5% on the same period a year earlier. Barr said the rise in revenue reflects continued core brand growth and the contribution from recent acquisitions Fentimans and Frobishers.The adjusted oper…