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Famous Brands H2 2025 earnings summary

Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.
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H2 2025 earnings summary19 May, 2025

Executive summary

  • Achieved resilient results in a tough trading environment, with revenue up 3.2% to R8.28 billion and operating profit up 12.6% to R914 million.

  • Expanded restaurant network to 2,979 outlets across 20 countries, opening 153 new restaurants and revamping 289.

  • Maintained a robust balance sheet, reduced debt, and increased dividend payout to 345 cents per share.

  • Continued investment in technology, supply chain, and franchise partner support, including acquiring the remaining 38% of Famous Brands Coffee Company.

  • Achieved Level 1 B-BBEE contributor status and strengthened digital and delivery capabilities.

Financial highlights

  • Revenue increased by 3.2% year-over-year to R8,283 million; operating profit rose by ZAR102 million to R914 million, with margin improving from 10.1% to 11%.

  • Headline earnings per share grew 11.9% to 520 cents; dividend increased to 345 cents per share.

  • Net debt/EBITDA reduced to 0.89x, with cash and cash equivalents up to R441 million.

  • SADC revenue up 10% to R451 million; AME up 28% to R71 million; UK revenue down 18% to R132 million.

  • Leverage improved by 21.5% to 0.89x EBITDA, with cash balances up 25% year-over-year.

Outlook and guidance

  • Optimistic about exceeding current year’s store opening numbers, supported by strong franchise partner interest and a healthy pipeline.

  • Lower food inflation and stable menu pricing expected to benefit consumers and support trading.

  • Focus remains on extracting value from supply chain investments and advancing consumer-facing technology.

  • Continued emphasis on value, quality, and loyalty rewards to drive consumer engagement.

  • Cautious approach to new concepts and site selection, prioritizing sustainable growth.

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Famous Brands Limited is a South African company engaged in the food and beverage industry, primarily operating in the quick-service and casual dining restaurant sectors. The company owns, operates, and franchises a portfolio of restaurant brands, including local and international names. In addition to its restaurant operations, Famous Brands has a food services division that manufactures and supplies food products to its restaurant network and third-party customers. The company is headquartered in Midrand, South Africa, and its shares are listed on the JSE.

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