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THE Yaohan group is trying to play down its dismal interim results for the six months to September 30, saying the worst is over.
Yaohan International Holdings (YIH) reported an 80 per cent plunge in net profit to $33.75 million.
The interim dividend remained flat at 4.5 cents, to be paid on February 8.
Earnings per share dropped to 3.4 cents against 17.1 cents last year.
YIH is the holding company of the group's businesses.
These cover department stores, restaurants, wholesale and distribution of food products and a wide range of consumer goods.
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