Ahold today announced consolidated net sales of €10.3 billion for the third quarter of 2006. Compared to the third quarter of 2005, net sales increased by 0.7% and by 3.7% at constant exchange rates. We stated when we announced our Q2 results that the outlook for the second half of the year would be more challenging. The third quarter has been even more challenging in the United States, reflecting increased competitor activity and weaker economic conditions, leading to margin pressure.