FRANKFURT (dpa-AFX) - Forklift truck manufacturer Kion has had to write down millions on its American business in the second quarter. As a result, net profit before minority interests is likely to be below analysts' expectations, the company announced in Frankfurt on Wednesday. Specifically, Kion is writing off around 22 million euros on its Kion ITS Americas division. The net result should therefore amount to around 69 million euros. The analysts' consensus is currently 93 million euros. Kion plans to publish the remaining figures on July 31./nas