In a recent study conducted among thirty five industries, textile was one of the best performers during October-December 2005 compared to October-December 2004, sources said here. During October-December 2005 the total net profit of 235 textile

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| companies increased by 103.23% to Rs 486.75 crore from the level of Rs 239.51 crore during October-December 2004. The sales of this group also increased by 7.51% during the third quarter and net profit to sales also increased from 2.51% during October-December 2004 to 4.75% during October-December 2005. 

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