Lagardere reported third quarter results, with publishing sales of €704 million, up from €663 million a year ago. That includes €12 million in sales from acquisitions, and a negative foreign exchange impact of €(11) million. “The sharp rebound in Lagardère Publishing sales that had been observed in June 2020 as lockdown measures were eased continued throughout the third quarter, albeit at a slightly more moderate pace,” said the release. Sales were up 21 percent in June — then up 4 percent in July and August, and up 10 percent in September. Even with the continuing rebound, however, publishing sales are […]
