SHAMPOO-to-washing powder maker McBride said today that trading in the first four months of the year had exceeded expectations.

The group, which last September axed around 100 of its 700-strong workforce at sites in Manchester and Warrington, said revenues increased by 12% in the four months to April 29.

Revenue growth has been particularly strong in France and Italy, where the group has increased its private label market share.

In the UK tougher competition has meant revenues grew "modestly". In the year to ......for the full story register now for free or login below...