Analysts See Forbo 3Q Sales Increasing

London, England, October 21, 2005--Forbo is expected to post a 3.2% rise in 3Q sales to around CHF425M from last year's CHF411.8M, according to the average of forecasts from three analysts polled by DJN. The news service reported that thet expected quarterly increase is mainly due to positive currency effects. It was reported that sales for the nine-month period, however, are seen flat at CHF1.2B. The company won't publish a quarterly earnings statement. The report said that most analysts will focus on comments about the company's ongoing restructuring as Forbo wants to streamline its three core units, flooring, adhesives and belting.