The cost killer Action slowed in its growth

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For its 25th anniversary of creation in the Netherlands, the financial results of Action BV, (known as the “cost-killer” for domestic products and small decorations) were somewhat tarnished by the impact of the railway strike and the crisis of the “yellow vests” in France. However, Action, controlled by 3i investors, continues to show enviable growth rates. The 2018 financial year shows a further sales increase up by 23% compared to 2017 to €4.8 billion. EBITDA increased by 16.3% to €450 millio

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