The line graph illustrates the changes in annual income of three bakeries in London — Bernie’s Buns, Lovely Loaves, and Robbie’s Bakery — from 2000 to 2010.
Overall, while the income of Robbie’s Bakery increased significantly and became the most profitable by the end of the period, Lovely Loaves experienced a steady decline. Meanwhile, Bernie’s Buns saw gradual growth after a period of fluctuation.
In 2000, Lovely Loaves had the highest income among the three, starting at around £80,000, followed by Robbie’s Bakery at £60,000, and Bernie’s Buns at only £20,000. Over the next five years, Lovely Loaves’ income fluctuated between £60,000 and £90,000, before beginning a gradual decline to £60,000 in 2007, and eventually reaching a low of £40,000 in 2010 — the lowest among the three bakeries.
Meanwhile, Robbie’s Bakery maintained a stable income of around £60,000 from 2000 to 2005. From 2006 onwards, it saw a significant rise, overtaking the others in 2008 and peaking at approximately £100,000 in 2010. Bernie’s Buns, despite having the lowest starting point, increased steadily after a short plateau in the early 2000s. Its income reached £60,000 by the end of the period, surpassing Lovely Loaves.