NBTY, Inc.

NBTY, Inc. (NBTY) is a leading vertically integrated manufacturer, marketer and retailer of a variety of nutritional supplements. The company along with its subsidiaries is engaged in manufacturing, marketing, distributing, and retailing of nutritional supplements in the US and throughout the world. Its vertical integration operations include the purchase of raw materials, formulation and manufacture of products, which NBTY then markets through its four distribution channels. NBTY offers broad range of products, including vitamins, minerals, and sports and other nutritional supplements; food products, such as fruits, nuts, and confectionery products; and personal care products. The company markets approximately 25,000 products under various brand names. It is headquartered at Ronkonkoma the US.The company reported revenues of (U.S. Dollars) USD 2,179.47 million during the fiscal year ended September 2008, an increase of 8.19% over 2007. The operating profit of the company was USD 236.61 million during the fiscal year 2008, a decrease of 23.08% from 2007. The net profit of the company was USD 153.15 million during the fiscal year 2008, a decrease of 26.35% from 2007.