Brazil cosmetic maker Natura swings to profit in Q2
Core earnings, as measured by recurring earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA), stood at 795.6 million reais, up 4.5% year-on-year.
In the earnings report, the company said it reclassified Avon International and Avon CARD as assets kept for sale.
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