Imperial, a Portuguese chocolate company, achieved a turnover of 39 million euros between July 1, 2021 and June 30, 2022, an increase of 11% compared to the previous year, it was announced on Tuesday.
“Imperial – the largest national chocolate producer celebrating its 90th anniversary this year – closed the past financial year (July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022) with a turnover of 39 million euros. The results achieved represent an 11% increase in turnover compared to last year he said in a statement to Lusa.
In this period, domestic sales accounted for 70% of the company’s total sales, with exports increasing by 36%.
“The past few years have been particularly challenging, both because of the impact of the pandemic on consumption patterns and now because of the pressures of political instability in Europe, which has had the immediate consequences of sharp increases in the costs of raw materials, packaging, logistics and energy. “, quoted in the same note, said the chairman of the board of directors of Imperial, Manuela Tavares de Sousa.
While noting that she is aware of the challenges that will arise in the coming year, Manuela Tavares de Sousa said the goal for 2023 is to strengthen the company’s position as a leader in the Portuguese market and in the more than 50 markets where it’s gift.
Imperial, owner of brands such as Regina, Jubileu and Pintarolas, is also investing seven million euros in a new chocolate production line and is committed to launching new products to respond to market trends.
Founded in 1932 in Vila do Conde, the company has a team of 250 employees.
Source: DN
