Introduction
In 2004, due to difficult market conditions in both North America and Europe, Coca-Cola Enterprises, Inc. was left with a full-years performance below their initial forecasts. Earning per common share on a similar basis reached $1.27, which was down 5 cents from the previous year, while comparable operating income was slightly down compared to the preceding year. However, they were able to achieve a free cash flow from operations less capital spending, of $669 million. These available funds were used primarily to reduce debt, thereby facilitating their goal of strengthening their balance sheet through continued debt reduction (Coca-Cola Enterprises Annual Report 2004, p. 2). Coca-Cola Enterprises Inc, (CCE), markets, distributes and produces bottled and canned beverage products for The Coca-Cola Company. According to CCE annual report as of 2005 for the 9 months that ended on 10/1/04, "revenues increased 6% to $13.75B and net income to Common decreased 6% to $514M.......
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