Building group CRH add firepower with 5% increase in earningd

Sales fell last year but earnings jumped 5%

CRH Chief Executive Albert Manifold said they are well-positioned to capitalise on the growth opportunities that lie ahead.

Building material giant CRH recorded strong sales last year despite Covid-related lockdowns on the construction sector.

The company saw sales of almost €23bn which is a fall of 2%. However CRH's Ebitda - earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation - increased 5% to €3.8bn.