Fuller’s half-year profits soar 28% to £22.5m
For the period ended 27 September 2025, drink like-for-like sales increased by 6.5%, while food like-for-like sales increased by 2.0%
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Fuller’s has seen pre-tax profits rise by 28% to £22.5m, down from £17.6m the prior year, in its half-year results. It comes as half-year revenues rose to £207.5m, up from £194.1m, as its “industry leading” sales growth was bolstered by a “premium and resilient customer base”.
For the period ended 27 September 2025, drink like-for-like sales increased by 6.5%, while food like-for-like sales increased by 2.0%. In addition, accommodation like-for-like sales rose by 3.3%.
The group also invested £13.5m into its freehold estate during the half-year period.
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Fuller’s noted this positive momentum has continued into the second half, with like-for-like sales in its Managed Pubs and Hotels up by 4.6% for the 32 weeks to 8 November.
It added that it has a “healthy pipeline” of Christmas bookings, which is currently 16% ahead of the same time last year.
Chairman Simon Emeny, who assumed the role over the period, said: “In my first report as executive chairman, I am delighted to be delivering such a great set of results. This has been achieved through a combination of factors – a clear long-term strategy, our well invested, predominately freehold, property portfolio, a premium and resilient customer base, and a team of amazing people throughout the organisation who strive every day to support, promote and deliver brilliant food, drink, accommodation and an outstanding customer experience.
“On 26 November 2025, the government will announce its budget for the coming year. I hope the chancellor has heeded the arguments and proposals articulated by the hospitality sector to avoid further punitive financial measures but, more so, I am frustrated by the lack of a clear plan to deliver the growth the chancellor claims to be seeking.”
He added: “The country needs ambitious and innovative ways to drive sustainable economic success. It needs new ideas, new thinking – and I genuinely hope the Government succeeds in that and succeeds quickly.
“We look forward to continuing to develop the business and drive returns for our shareholders. Our consistent long-term strategy provides a clear focus and vision, our balance sheet is in excellent shape and supports our ambition to grow, and we face the future with optimism, excitement and confidence.”
