Spectris plc reported sales results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2013. The company's reported like-for-like sales for the fourth quarter were up 3% compared to the same period last year.

Reported sales for 2013 were up 2% on the previous year with equal contributions, of just under 1% each, coming from acquisitions and foreign exchange movements. Like-for-like sales for the full year were broadly flat compared to 2012.

The company provided earnings guidance for the year ended December 31, 2013. Adjusted operating profit is expected to be £214.7 million versus £216.9 million of 2012.