PureCircle knows no reason for share price movement

AIM-listed PureCircle, the producer of stevia sweeteners, noted the increase in its trading volumes and share price volatility over the past few trading sessions and said it is not aware of any price sensitive information about the company that has yet to be disclosed.

The company also said on Friday that previous disclosures made by the directors in their opinion "reflect fairly the most updated performance of the company".

Results for the year ended 30 June are due to be released on Tuesday 18 September, followed by a presentation for analysts in London on the same day.

At 0950 BST, the shares were up 1.3% to 304p.