Amsterdam, the Netherlands, January 20, 2011 - Ahold today announced consolidated net sales of €7.0 billion for the fourth quarter of 2010, an increase of 5.5% over the fourth quarter of 2009 after adjustments for constant exchange rates and the impact of an additional week in 2009 (an increase of 2.6% on a non-adjusted basis). For the full year 2010, net sales were €29.5 billion, up 4.4% after adjustments (up 5.7% on a non-adjusted basis).
We delivered strong sales performance in all of our markets. The environment remained challenging and customers continued to focus on value, driving intense promotional activity, particularly in the United States.
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