SSP Group PLC

SSPG

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ISIN GB00BGBN7C04 / Valor 46119442

LSE London Stock Exchange, SETS (2025-11-20)

GBP 1.43+1.28%

SSP Group PLC
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About company

SSP Group PLC is a leading global food and hospitality company that operates a diverse range of restaurants, bars, cafés, lounges, and convenience retail outlets in travel-focused locations such as airports, railway stations, and motorway service areas. With a presence in nearly 40 countries, SSP collaborates with local partners to deliver tailored dining and retail experiences to travelers. In June 2025, the company expanded its footprint in Indonesia by entering a seven-year agreement through its joint venture, PT SSP Taurus Gemilang Indonesia, with PT Taurus Gemilang to manage several food and beverage establishments at Kualanamu International Airport in Medan. This move highlights SSP’s strategy of leveraging strategic partnerships and its extensive international network to enhance its service offerings in key transit hubs around the world.

Summarized from source with an LLMView SourceSector: Consumer Non-Cyclicals

Revenue and Operating Profit

For the full year, SSP Group PLC achieved revenue of approximately £3.7 billion, marking an 8% year-on-year increase. Operating profit is expected to reach around £230 million, an 11% rise compared to the previous year, with the operating margin improving by 20 basis points to approximately 6.2% on a constant currency basis.

Earnings Per Share and Leverage

Full-year earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be approximately 11.5p at actual exchange rates, reflecting a 15% year-on-year growth. On a constant currency basis, EPS is expected to be around 12.3p, aligning with the mid-range of the planned target. Net debt to EBITDA leverage is anticipated to decrease from 2.2x at the half-year to approximately 1.6x by year-end.

Share Buyback Initiative

SSP Group PLC has initiated a £100 million share buyback program, supported by its strong balance sheet and confidence in future cash generation. This move aligns with the company's capital allocation strategy and underscores the Board's positive outlook for FY26.

Regional Performance

In Q4, revenue grew by approximately 4% year-on-year on a constant currency basis, driven by strong performances in Asia PAC&EEME, North America, and the UK, while sales in Continental Europe declined due to the phased exit from the German Motorway Services business.

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