Glanbia share earnings up 17%

GLANBIA confirmed yesterday it had delivered around 17% growth in adjusted earnings per share in 2008 in line with market expectations.

But it warned 2009 is set to be very challenging given the severe impact of the economic and financial turmoil on both developed and emerging economies.

The group said in a trading statement, that it had a good performance last year. Full results will be announced on March 4.