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Famous Brands H1 2026 earnings summary

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H1 2026 earnings summary22 Oct, 2025

Executive summary

  • Achieved a milestone of 3,008 restaurants, with 70 new openings and 103 revamps, reflecting strong brand relevance and reinvestment, and continued drive-through expansion despite challenging trading conditions.

  • Launched a new digital consumer engagement platform, advanced digital enablement including Munch POS rollout to 458 restaurants, and invested in manufacturing and logistics to drive operational efficiencies.

  • Maintained Level 1 B-BBEE contributor status for the second consecutive year, providing a competitive advantage in the South African market.

  • Focused on value offerings, consumer loyalty, and strategic procurement to navigate a competitive and inflationary environment.

Financial highlights

  • Revenue increased by 5.6% to R4.24 billion year-over-year, with gross profit margins stable or higher across divisions.

  • Operating profit rose 5.8% to R393 million, with an operating margin of 9.3%; headline earnings per share up 8% to 236 cents.

  • Interim dividend increased to 162 cents per share, up from 150 cents last year.

  • Cash generated from operations was R472 million, with working capital impacted by beef price escalations.

Outlook and guidance

  • Optimistic for H2, expecting a positive summer peak period and further operational improvements, with focus on menu agility, loyalty programs, and SADC expansion.

  • Plans to reduce Signature Brands drag on profitability and optimize UK and AME infrastructure.

  • Manufacturing and logistics to leverage recent investments for efficiency and capacity gains, deploying new technology and expanding product basket.

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Famous Brands Limited is a South African company engaged in the food and beverage industry, primarily operating in the quick-service and casual dining restaurant sectors. The company owns, operates, and franchises a portfolio of restaurant brands, including local and international names. In addition to its restaurant operations, Famous Brands has a food services division that manufactures and supplies food products to its restaurant network and third-party customers. The company is headquartered in Midrand, South Africa, and its shares are listed on the JSE.

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