Article: AptarGroup Reports Third Quarter Results; Expands Presence in South America; Declares Quarterly Dividend.

CRYSTAL LAKE, Ill. -- AptarGroup, Inc. (NYSE:ATR) today reported third quarter results, announced the completion of an acquisition in South America, and declared a quarterly cash dividend of $.15 per share.

Third Quarter 2009 Summary

* Consolidated sales decreased 11% from the prior year level and decreased 7% excluding currency effects and acquisitions

* Operating income reached $52.9 million despite challenging conditions, a decline of 12% from the prior year, of which 4% was due to a charge of $2.6 million for the previously announced facilities consolidation and severance program

* Certain regions and markets stabilized in the third ...

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