Short Take: Symantec profits jump

Antivirus software maker Symantec yesterday reported an increase in quarterly revenues and net income. The company posted revenues of $139 million for the quarter ending September 30, compared with $109.2 million a year ago. Meanwhile, its profits jumped dramatically to $20.6 million, or 35 cents a share, compared with $882,000, or 2 cents a share, a year ago.

Oct. 30, 1997 8:20 a.m. PT

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Antivirus software maker yesterday reported an increase in quarterly revenues and net income. The company posted revenues of $139 million for the quarter ending September 30, compared with $109.2 million a year ago. Meanwhile, its profits jumped dramatically to $20.6 million, or 35 cents a share, compared with $882,000, or 2 cents a share, a year ago.