Adecco Reports 45% Jump In Q2 Net Profit

Adecco SA AHEXY reported a 45% rise in its Q2 net profit. Adecco's quarterly net profit surged to EUR141 million from EUR97 million, versus analysts' estimates of EUR125 million. Its sales rose 11% to EUR5.17 billion from EUR4.65 billion. Adecco shares fell 0.58% to close at $25.50 yesterday.