LONDON (Dow Jones)--CML Microsystems PLC (CML.LN), which designs, manufactures and markets a broad range of semiconductors, said Monday group's operating results for the quarter ended July 1 are materially ahead of internal expectations and added that it is confident of continued progress through the rest of the year and expects a return to first half and full year profitability. MAIN FACTS: -Comparable period revenues are ahead in all target market segments and geographic regions although European business lags advances made in the Americas and Far Eastern territories. -Group makes progress in reducing its net debt levels. -Shares on Friday closed at 85.5 pence, valuing the company at GBP12.8 million. -By Tapan Panchal, Dow Jones Newswires. Tel +44(0)207-842 9448,
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