Listed recruiter Candle Australia Limited (ASX:CND) has forecast its full year net profit after tax for the year ending June 30, 2005 to increase by about 50% to approximately $6.9 million.

According to candle, this is a record result and reflects organic sales growth across the whole business, strong results from the recent acquisitions and a continued focus on productivity.

Candle has issued a positive outlook for the business and demand for its services.