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Fiscal Year 2026
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Q1 saw organic revenue growth above 7% and strong net new business, with robust client retention and record new business signings. Margin expansion and double-digit profit growth are expected for 2026, supported by M&A and sector diversification, while AI and inflation risks are well managed.
Fiscal Year 2025
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Delivered nearly 12% profit growth and strong free cash flow, with organic revenue up 9% and robust client retention. FY2026 guidance targets 10% profit growth, supported by M&A, margin gains, and continued sector expansion.
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Q3 saw 8.6% organic revenue growth, strong client retention, and upgraded profit guidance. The Vermaat acquisition is set to boost European growth and margins, while leverage targets delay buybacks until 2027. North America led growth, with international expected to improve in Q4.
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Strong first-half results featured double-digit profit growth, 8.5% organic revenue growth, and robust client retention above 96%. Investments in M&A and technology, along with resilient market demand and sector expansion, support a positive outlook for continued growth.
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Q1 saw organic revenue growth above 9% and strong net new business, with $1B invested in M&A. Guidance for 2025 is unchanged, expecting high single-digit profit growth and ongoing margin improvement. Automation and digital initiatives are set to support future gains.
Fiscal Year 2024
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Operating profit grew 16% year-over-year with 11% organic revenue growth and margin up to 7.1%. Strong net new business, strategic M&A, and improved retention drive momentum into 2025, with high single-digit profit growth and ongoing margin expansion expected.
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Procurement is a key growth driver, with Foodbuy's scale, compliance, and technology delivering cost savings, resilience, and sustainability benefits. Expansion through acquisitions and digital investments is accelerating growth in the UK, Europe, and beyond, while high compliance and sector expertise underpin competitive advantage.
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Strong quarterly performance with upgraded guidance, robust new business pipeline, and retention above 96%. Margin progression and organic growth are expected to continue, supported by disciplined M&A and portfolio optimization.