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Loungers H1 2025 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.H1 2025 earnings summary28 Nov, 2024
Executive summary
Revenue up 19.2% year-over-year to £178.3m for the 24 weeks ended 6 October 2024, driven by 4.7% like-for-like sales growth and 17 new site openings.
Adjusted EBITDA increased 25.0% to £29.8m, with margin improvement to 16.7%.
Operating profit rose 31.8% to £10.2m; profit before tax up 51.3% to £6.0m.
Cash generated from operating activities increased to £32.4m.
On track to open 35 new sites in FY25, targeting 292 sites by year-end.
Financial highlights
Revenue: £178.3m (up 19.2% year-over-year).
Adjusted EBITDA: £29.8m (up 25.0%); margin 16.7% (up 0.8ppts).
Operating profit: £10.2m (up 31.8%); margin 5.7% (up 0.5ppts).
Profit before tax: £6.0m (up 51.3%).
Diluted EPS: 4.0p (up 53.8%).
Net cash from operating activities: £32.4m (up £9.0m year-over-year).
Non-property net debt reduced to £12.2m.
Outlook and guidance
LFL sales growth of 3.9% in first seven weeks of Q3, despite weather impact.
Confident in absorbing increased employer NICs and wage costs, though price rises will be higher than previously anticipated.
Pipeline for new sites remains strong; on track for 35 openings in FY25.
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Loungers plc operates a chain of café-bars across the United Kingdom, primarily under the "Lounges" and "Cosy Club" brands. The company offers a wide range of food and beverage options, including breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and an extensive drinks menu. Loungers plc's establishments are designed to provide a comfortable, all-day environment that caters to a diverse customer base, including families, professionals, and casual diners. The company's venues are often located in suburban high streets and city centers, aiming to create a community-focused atmosphere. The company is headquartered in Bristol, England, and its shares are listed on the AIM.
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