Finance – Page 15
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Analysis & InsightGDK and True deal typifies renewed confidence in sector M&A
The recent deal adds to a growing crop of M&A transactions in the hospitality sector this year, with the partnership between GDK and True destined to offer more than just a boost to estate numbers, as MCA discovers
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Analysis & InsightDelivery and takeaway sales fall in April
The slowdown was attributed to the long Easter weekend and good weather, which encouraged consumers to dine out or socialise outdoors instead of ordering in
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NewsOne third of hospitality businesses now operating at a loss
A joint survey of pubs, bars, restaurants, and hotels found the number of operators making a loss had risen by 11% on the previous quarter
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NewsUK business confidence hits nine-month high as global trade tensions ease
The uplift was attributed to a recovery in global financial markets following President Trump’s decision to pause key tariff measures until July
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NewsAdnams embarks on asset disposal plan
The new management team at the Suffolk pub company and brewer are working on a commercial turnaround plan for the business amid “extremely challenging market conditions”
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NewsTrejo’s Tacos UK seeks investment for expansion
The Danny Trejo-founded Cal-Mex concept has the backing of Bank of America executive vice chairman Julian Mylchreest and Slim Chickens founder Tom Gordon
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NewsMission Mars reports 31% group revenue growth
The Albert’s Schloss and Rudy’s Pizza operator achieved £92.9m revenue in FY24, with both brands continuing to break records in FY25
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NewsEaster sun lifts pub sales as restaurants and bars lag behind
Managed pub groups across the UK enjoyed a bumper April, with like-for-like sales up 9.1% year-on-year, according to the latest CGA RSM Hospitality Business Tracker
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Weekend PressGail’s backer plots rare move with bid for steak chain Flat Iron
McWin Capital Partners and TriSpan are in exclusive talks to acquire Flat Iron, a fast-growing and profitable chain of steakhouses, Sky News learns.
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Weekend PressParkdean eyes £250m fundraiser to cash in on staycations boom
Holiday park operator plans to invest a further £37 million in upgrading facilities and accommodation, The Times reports
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Analysis & InsightM&B resilience shows pubgoers still making space for spending
Mitchells & Butlers’ strong half-year results demonstrate how major pub operators continue to perform despite sector-wide cost pressures, according to Begbies Traynor
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NewsCaprice achieves record revenue but posts pre-tax loss amid cost pressures
Richard Caring’s restaurant group reported record revenue of £97.1m for the year ending 31 December 2023, up from £74.4m in 2022
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NewsMitchells & Butlers: Like-for-likes outperform market
The pub and restaurant operator reported like-for-like sales growth of 4.3% in its half-year results, with total revenue of £1,454m
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Analysis & InsightDeloitte: restaurant operators must embrace innovation, sustainability and efficiency
Restaurant operators face rising complexity, but there are clear routes to growth for brands willing to rethink traditional models, according to Deloitte’s 2025 Future of Restaurants and Food Service report
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EventsPub sector financial outlook - navigating M&A in a volatile market
At MCA’s Pub Conference, Craig Rachel, director at AlixPartners, will provide a timely analysis of the financial landscape for mergers and acquisitions across the UK pub sector
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NewsTortilla hails sales turnaround
UK like-for-like sales increased by 5.9% in Q1 2025, driven by investments in food, brand and technology
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NewsComptoir Group revenues up 10%
The operator of Lebanese and Middle Eastern-inspired restaurants reported revenue of £34.6m in 2024, with a 2% uplift in like-for-likes
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NewsGreggs reports improved trading
The retailer achieved total sales of £784m for the first 20 weeks of 2025, with the past 11 weeks supported by better trading conditions
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Analysis & InsightDelivery market in ‘era of consolidation’
Following Deliveroo’s recently announced acquisition by DoorDash, Simon Brooke considers the consumer outlook for food delivery, and the prospects for further M&A deals in the space
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NewsDiageo considers ‘substantial’ changes to portfolio
The Guinness owner revealed it is weighing up the possibility of brand disposals to generate additional funds, while the current tariff regime is expected to cost the company $150m