Arena Leisure Results In Line

LONDON – As reported by Sharecast: "Horse race organiser Arena Leisure says it is currently performing in line with market expectations.

"'2005 was another successful year for Arena, with strong performances from both our racecourse division and our media rights company, At The Races,' it said in its company update ahead of its AGM.

"In 2005 turnover rose 9.4% to £40.7m while profit from operations jumped 30% to £6.7m. The dividend was increased 50% to 0.45p per share…"