Franchise Brands said on Wednesday that system sales rose 2% to
Alongside system sales, the company reported a 2% year-on-year rise in revenue, while adjusted EBITDA remained unchanged at
Gross profit for the reporting period was
Adjusted earnings per share increased by 5% versus the previous year, and the group reported a reduction in net debt over the same period. Management attributed the modest expansion in system sales and the maintained earnings level to continued demand for essential, non-discretionary services - factors that helped offset tougher macroeconomic conditions, according to the company statement released on Wednesday.
The company highlighted that Filta International and Willow Pumps delivered particularly strong results within the group, aiding the overall performance. Franchise Brands said its One Franchise Brands programme has made progress, expanding revenue streams and enhancing operational efficiency across the business.
Looking ahead to 2026, Franchise Brands said it expects adjusted EBITDA to land within the current analyst forecast range of
In addition, the board has approved a share buy-back programme of up to
The company described trading in early 2026 as mixed. Filta International was singled out as trading strongly, while European operations were said to be subdued - an outcome the group linked to weather conditions and ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty. Those factors, the statement said, have weighed on activity in parts of the continent.
Summary
Franchise Brands registered a 2% rise in system sales to , with revenue up 2% year-on-year and adjusted EBITDA steady at . The group noted strong division-level contributions and said it will pursue a buy-back of up to