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Edge16 Oct 2026
Winner, Winner: The Chicken McNugget Story
How a 1940s breeding contest, a Cornell food scientist, and a hedge by Ray Dalio helped McDonald's turn the Chicken McNugget into a fast-food icon.
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James Latham H2 2026 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.H2 2026 earnings summary2 Jul, 2026
Executive summary
Revenue rose 7.2% year-over-year to £393.0m, with like-for-like volumes up 7.7%.
Net profit attributable to shareholders increased 2.5% to £18.6m, and EPS grew to 92.5p.
Gross profit margin slightly decreased to 16.5% from 16.8% due to competitive pressures and product mix.
Cash and cash equivalents remain strong at £51.2m, despite a 25.9% decrease due to capital investments.
The National Distribution Centre project is progressing on schedule, with £45m budgeted and completion expected by end of 2026.
Financial highlights
Operating profit increased to £22.0m from £20.2m year-over-year.
Profit before tax rose to £25.1m (2025: £24.3m).
Total dividend per share increased to 36.70p, covered 2.5 times by earnings.
Net assets grew to £232.3m, up from £220.5m.
Return on capital employed was 9.5%.
Outlook and guidance
Trading momentum from Q4 2026 has continued into the new year, with improved margins and volumes.
Supplier price increases are expected due to higher energy and freight costs linked to Middle East conflict.
No current supply issues, but potential risks if geopolitical tensions persist.
National Distribution Centre expected to be fully operational by end of 2027.
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James Latham plc is a distributor of timber, panels, and wood-based materials in the United Kingdom. The company supplies a wide range of products, including hardwoods, softwoods, decorative veneers, melamine panels, and specialty wood products. Serving industries such as construction, furniture manufacturing, and interior design, James Latham provides materials suited for both structural and aesthetic applications. The company’s extensive product line is complemented by services that include bespoke machining and technical support, tailored to meet specific client requirements. The company is headquartered in Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom, and its shares are listed on the London Stock Exchange.