A.G.Barr p.l.c. announced its interim management statement covering trading for the period 27 January to 12 May 2013. Total revenue for the 15 weeks to 12 May 2013 increased by 2.4% versus the equivalent period last year. This compares favourably with the overall soft drinks market (as measured by Nielsen) which was flat in revenue terms in the same period, having been impacted by the unseasonable weather and a strong prior year performance.

As the company now enter the key summer trading period the company anticipates that the marketplace will remain highly competitive. Its commercial and operational plans are well developed and the company remains focused on delivering a strong result for the year. The capacity of its balance sheet together with its strong track record and proven business model supports the multiple opportunities that exist to develop its business. The company remain very confident in its future prospects.