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Fiscal Year 2026
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Q3 FY 2026 saw revenue and organic growth exceed expectations, led by Sodexo Live! and strong project activity in the rest of the world. Full-year organic growth guidance was raised, while margin guidance remains unchanged due to ongoing investments and business dynamics.
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H1 FY26 saw modest organic growth (+1.7%) and a sharp margin decline, driven by operational challenges, contract reviews, and accelerated investment. FY26 guidance was reset lower, with management focused on execution, growth, and a July strategy update.
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Q1 FY26 revenue was €6.3B with 1.8% organic growth, impacted by North America contract exits and strong growth in the rest of the world. FY26 guidance is reiterated, with margin pressure expected from investments and restructuring, and H2 set for improvement due to event phasing.
Fiscal Year 2025
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Fiscal 2025 results met revised guidance, with 3.3% organic growth and a 4.7% margin, but North America education faced challenges. Fiscal 2026 is a transition year with margin pressure from investments and a major contract reclassification, while digital and operational transformation accelerates.
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A new CEO, Thierry Delaporte, has been appointed to lead the next phase of growth, focusing on commercial acceleration, operational execution, and M&A. The board and major shareholders are aligned to support his strategy, with a review and updated outlook expected by mid-2026.
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Q3 revenues grew 0.8% reported and 3% organically, with strong pricing and new contracts offset by softness in North America education. Full-year growth and margin are expected at the lower end of guidance, with currency and contract losses weighing on results.
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H1 revenue grew 3.1% to EUR 12.5 billion, with organic growth of 3.5% and underlying net profit up 5.4%. Full-year organic growth guidance was revised down to 3%-4% due to North American headwinds, but strong new contract wins and a robust pipeline support confidence in future growth.
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Guidance for FY25 was revised down due to weaker Q2, especially in North America, with organic growth now expected at 3%-4% and margin improvement of 10-20 bps. Strategic actions in U.S. education and strong global development aim to offset challenges.
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Q1 FY25 saw 4.6% organic growth, strong new business momentum, and €6.4 billion in revenue, despite currency and scope headwinds. Full-year guidance is maintained, with organic growth expected to accelerate in H2, supported by major contract wins and a robust pipeline.
Fiscal Year 2024
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The meeting highlighted strong financial growth, a simplified structure post-Pluxee spin-off, and a reinforced focus on sustainability and innovation. All resolutions, including dividends and director renewals, were approved by large majorities.
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Fiscal 2024 saw robust organic growth of 7.9%, margin expansion, and strong cash flow, driven by strategic focus on food services, digital transformation, and operational efficiency. Retention dipped due to large contract losses, but a record pipeline and targeted investments support a positive 2025 outlook.
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Q3 revenue grew 5.6% to €6.1B, with 6.8% organic growth led by strong food services and robust net new business. Guidance for FY24 organic growth is at the top of the 6%-8% range, with margin improvement and continued M&A focus in the U.S. convenience sector.