1. Profarma's consolidated sales grew 8.1% in 1Q17, driven by a 56.7% increase in retail sales. The pharma distribution division saw a 9.3% rise in gross profit and a 5% increase in EBITDA.
2. Specialties sales increased 12.8% in 1Q17, with operating expenses declining 1.2 percentage points. The independent customers segment in pharma distribution grew 19.9%.
3. The retail division saw gross margin increase 0.9 percentage points to 30.5% and adjusted EBITDA rise 17.1%. The Rosario stores reported a 75% increase in average monthly sales per store.