Synlait Milk, a2 shares at record high as CFDA registration underpins China strategy

Synlait Milk, a2 shares at record high as CFDA registration underpins China strategy
Jonathan Underhill
By Jonathan Underhill Sept. 28 (BusinessDesk) - Shares of milk processor Synlait Milk and its infant formula partner a2 Milk rose to record highs today on confirmation that their brands and recipes have gained registration in China, removing an obstacle in a market with soaring sales. Synlait rose 7.3 percent to $6.29 on the NZX and has gained 88 percent this year. A2 rose 4.1 percent to $6.80 and has surged 207 percent in 2017, the best performer on the NZX 50 Index, followed by Synlait. Synlait said today it had gained manufacturer r...