21 November 1997

CLARIFIES FOR Q3/97

Actually, Central Pattana Plc's net profit rallied 5.8% gain in comparison to the similar period a year ago to Bt164 m. But, after including special activity, net profit was evaporated by Bt266 m following the managed float. Foreign exchange losses spiralled by Bt524 m and either did expenses by Bt427 m.