The lower operating profit in the third quarter compared with the second quarter of 2005 was mainly attributable to DSM Fibre Intermediates. Net profit for the third quarter increased from EUR 121 million in 2004 to EUR 151 million in 2005. Net earnings per ordinary share (taking into account the share split), increased from EUR 0.61 in 2004 to EUR 0.77 in 2005.
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