Praxair, Inc., Danbury, CT, reported sales in the first quarter 2007 rose 8% from the prior-year quarter, excluding the effect of lower natural gas prices passed through in hydrogen prices. Profit rose 18%.
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Higher overall pricing and volumes across all major end markets contributed to the increase.
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In North America, first-quarter sales reached $1,205 million, 5% above the prior-year quarter excluding the effect of lower natural gas prices passed through in hydrogen prices. Sales growth came primarily from energy and general manufacturing markets, where demand continues to be strong for new gases applications.
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In Europe, sales in the quarter of $330 million grew 23%, and increased 14% excluding currency effects. Underlying sales growth …
Praxair Sales Rise 8% in 1Q
Praxair, Inc., Danbury, CT, reported sales in the first quarter 2007 rose 8% from the prior-year quarter, excluding the effect of lower natural gas prices passed through in hydrogen prices. Profit rose 18%.
  ;
Higher overall pricing and volumes across all major end markets contributed to the increase.
  ;
In North America, first-quarter sales reached $1,205 million, 5% above the prior-year quarter excluding the effect of lower natural gas prices passed through in hydrogen prices. Sales growth came primarily from energy and general manufacturing markets, where demand continues to be strong for new gases applications.
  ;
In Europe, sales in the quarter of $330 million grew 23%, and increased 14% excluding currency effects. Underlying sales growth …
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