19 Feb 2019 --- Kerry Group, the global taste & nutrition and consumer foods group, has reported volume growth in 2018 well ahead of the market, where the rate of change continues to accelerate. Group revenue on a reported basis increased by 3.1 percent to €6.6 billion reflecting strong volume growth and contribution from acquisitions, partially offset by adverse currency movements. Business volumes grew by 3.5 percent and pricing decreased by 0.5 percent against a backdrop of lower raw material costs in the year.