But it is also one of many American papers that have struggled in ensuing years to maintain growth and profitability.

"We are happy to give a pay rise but it must be accompanied by increased productivity" to maintain profitability, he said.

"You have to get market share in a way that maintains profitability."

What can a company do to maintain profitability despite the swings in the business cycle and metal markets?

The company struggled to maintain profitability without a solid hit.

The company struggled to maintain profitability during the 1980s and began selling off its properties.

Little Switzerland has maintained profitability despite extraordinary events in previous years.

Improving service in these conditions is critical to maintaining margins and growing profitability.

Capital stock was issued in an effort to maintain profitability.

The company said the cuts were necessary to maintain profitability in a cutthroat business.