Heineken and Carlsberg see contrasting fortunes

BBC News - Heineken and Carlsberg see contrasting fortunes: "Dutch brewing giant Heineken has forecast lower beer consumption in many regions this year as it reported a drop in sales volumes in 2009."

Instead,Carlsberg reported a 38% rise in profit to 3.6bn Danish Kroner ($660m; £425m) in 2009, driven by strong performances in Eastern Europe and Asia.
The group's beer volumes increased 6%, although currency fluctuations meant revenues fell 1%.

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