date:Aug 08, 2013
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The brisk earnings reflect larger beverage sales in Japan and abroad and lower production and distribution costs, company officials said.
Suntory Beverage Food President Nobuhiro Torii said at a press conference that although his company has many hurdles to clear, he was able to announce the earnings results with a smile.
He also expressed eagerness to strengthen its operations in other parts of Asia further, saying the Asian business is promising.