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TheWorks.co.uk Trading update summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.Trading update summary7 Sep, 2026
Trading performance
Achieved 10.4% like-for-like sales growth in the first 18 weeks of FY27, up from 5.9% in the prior year period.
Sales growth was recorded across all four key product categories: arts and crafts, stationery, toys and games, and books.
The positive momentum includes a strong Back-to-School trading period.
Guidance update
FY27 pre-IFRS 16 Adjusted EBITDA is now expected to be at least £16.0m, upgraded from previous guidance of £15.0m.
The upgrade reflects strong trading performance and successful execution of the growth strategy.
Strategic focus
Continued execution of the Elevating The Works growth strategy is credited for the strong results.
Emphasis remains on delivering a differentiated, affordable, screen-free customer proposition.
Focus on maintaining momentum through the key Christmas trading period and beyond.
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Latest events from TheWorks.co.uk
- Adjusted EBITDA up 47% to £14m, with strong LFL sales and continued growth momentum.WRKS
H2 2026 - Adjusted EBITDA up 47% to £14.0m, with strong sales and margin gains outpacing UK retail.WRKSQ4 2026 TU
- Store growth and margin gains drive improved results despite online disruption.WRKSH1 2026
- Store sales rose 4% year-over-year, offsetting online declines; profit guidance maintained.WRKSQ2 2026 TU
- EBITDA rose to £9.5m, margins improved, and strong cash generation supports future growth.WRKSH2 2025
- Profitability stabilized amid cost pressures; strong outlook for FY 2025 with EBITDA growth forecast.WRKSH2 2024
- FY25 profits exceeded expectations, with further growth targeted for FY26.WRKSTrading Update
- Profitability and margins improved in H1 FY25, supporting ambitious five-year growth targets.WRKSH1 2025
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H1 202721 Jan, 2027
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H1 202721 Jan, 2027
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TheWorks.co.uk plc operates a retail store network in the United Kingdom and Ireland. As of May 1, 2022, the company operated 525 stores in the United Kingdom and Ireland. The company primarily sells gifts, arts and crafts, toys, books, and stationery products. TheWorks.co.uk plc was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Birmingham, England