G4S Reports 3% Rise In First-Half Profit

G4S PLC

reported a 3% surge in its first-half profit. G4S' profit before interest, tax and amortization rose to GBP239 million, from GBP233 million, in the year-ago period. Its revenue climbed 5% to GBP3.76 billion at constant exchange rates. G4S shares dropped 2.22% to close at $19.85 yesterday.