Avon Struggles In U.S. Market, Unveils Plan To Get Back On Track
This article was originally published in The Rose Sheet
Executive Summary
While direct seller Avon Products posted solid gains in overall sales and earnings for the second fiscal quarter, its North American division did not fare as well, prompting management to announce plans for stabilizing the business by the end of the year.
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