Cranswick (CWK) Trading Update summary
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Trading Update summary
13 Jun, 2025Current trading performance
Stronger than expected trading since Q1, driven by robust volume growth in core UK food business and expanding pig farming operations.
Industry-leading service levels and focus on quality and innovation contributed to performance ahead of last year.
New houmous facility in Worsley, Manchester successfully commissioned, supporting asset base investment.
Financial outlook
Full-year outlook for FY25 now expected towards the upper end of market expectations (£179.2m–£191.7m adjusted PBT).
Board remains confident in long-term growth, supported by strong customer relationships, product quality, and asset infrastructure.
Business profile and strategy
Cranswick employs over 15,000 people across 23 UK production facilities, supplying major grocery multiples and premium/discounter channels.
Product range includes fresh pork, poultry, convenience, gourmet, pet food, and food-to-go, with a substantial export business.
Sustainability commitments are integrated into the business model through the Second Nature strategy.
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