31
Jan
11:59
Italian sections stagnate as pressure piles on margins
Demand for Italian sections has been weak since the beginning of the year. The distribution sector is complaining about weak consumption and sliding prices, as well as pressure on margins. This had been expected, however, after the strong sales and increasing prices registered at the end of last year, sources tell Kallanish.
In the fourth quarter, sales volumes increased in Italy and some apparent demand resurfaced as buyers were expecting increasing prices. Selle…
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