Cooks Coffee Company (CCC) Trading update summary

Trading performance

• Systemwide Esquires franchised-store sales in the UK and Ireland increased over the six months to 30 Sep 2026, driven mainly by new-store openings.

• New-store sales contribution: UK +18%, Ireland +13% over the six-month period.

• Like-for-like sales for the six months to end-Sep 2026: UK +1.3%, Ireland +3.4%.

Market expansion

• South West England and South Wales development rights awarded to new investors Jason McGrenra and Gareth Piper, recently Esquires UK Head of Operations.

• First Esquires stores in the UAE and India are under construction and expected to open before FY-end.

Leadership and brand

• Louise Buet appointed Group Marketing Director from Tim Hortons; Laura Keable named UK Marketing Manager, bringing Domino’s experience.

• Joel Slinger joined as UK Head of Operations from Starbucks Europe.

• Jason McGrenra cited quality, sustainability, community, ethical coffee and independent local character as key brand draws, alongside growth potential.