Article: kraft foods reports operating income increase of 7.6% from the previous year.

Summary: Successful cost savings initiatives and strength in priority brands drive organic net revenue growth in Middle East &Africa

Kraft Foods Inc. (NYSE: KFT) reported last week strong second quarter 2009 results fueled by solid performance across all geographies. Organic net revenue growth reflected the impact of cost-driven pricing actions taken in 2008, positive volume/mix and the benefits of incremental investments in brand building. Income growth and margin expansion were driven by lower costs due to the completion of the 2004-2008 Restructuring Program, improved product mix and lower fixed manufacturing costs.

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