Rohr Reports Record Net of $11.7 Million in Quarter - Los Angeles Times
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Rohr Reports Record Net of $11.7 Million in Quarter

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Citing improved operating efficiency and income from investments, Rohr Industries on Thursday reported a record $11.7 million in net income for the third quarter ended May 5, an increase of 19%. It was the 19th consecutive quarter in which Rohr showed an increase in earnings.

Sales dropped 2% to $151.8 million.

For the nine months, Rohr’s net income rose 27% to $34.9 million, while sales dropped 2.5% to $453.7 million.

The company’s backlog of $950 million remains unchanged.

“The results are right in line with our business plan,†according to Harry W. Todd, chairman, president and chief executive of the aerospace systems manufacturer.

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The company, he said, “stands in a strong position to grow as the commercial airliner market firms (and) . . . we are maintaining our level of military and space business.â€

Last month, Moody’s Investors Service upgraded Rohr’s debt rating from Ba3 to Ba2 on its $12.5 million in 13.5% subordinated debentures.

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