Dividend proposal and proposal regarding the appropriation of profit 2008
A dividend of 0.59 euro per share in cash will be proposed to the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders. This proposal amounts to a distribution of 40% of the net profit, which is in line with the dividend policy. As of this year the intention is to offer shareholders a choice of receiving their dividend in cash or shares.
Proposal regarding the appropriation of profit
It shall be proposed to the General Meeting of Shareholders that the net profi t of 113.3 million euro be appropriated as follows: 45.7 million euro as dividend to holders of ordinary shares, either in cash or shares, and the remaining 67.6 million euro to the other reserves.