
C&C Group Plc (LSE:CCR) reported solid financial performance for the fiscal year ending February 2025, with net revenue holding steady at €1,665.5 million compared to the prior year. The company saw a notable 19.5% rise in adjusted EBITDA alongside a 28.5% increase in operating profit, driven by enhanced margins and robust cash flow generation.
Key brand successes included market share growth for Tennent’s and Bulmers, while Matthew Clark Bibendum expanded its customer base by 8%. Despite ongoing macroeconomic headwinds, C&C remains committed to streamlining operations, managing costs effectively, and delivering excellent customer service while exploring new growth avenues.
The company announced plans for a final dividend and continued its capital return initiatives, reflecting strong cash generation and a focus on shareholder value.
Outlook and Market Perspective
Though facing challenges such as revenue pressure and profitability concerns, management’s confidence is reflected in recent insider share purchases and a successful share buyback program. The stock’s attractive dividend yield may appeal to investors, even as technical indicators suggest cautious market sentiment.
About C&C Group Plc
C&C Group is a leading producer and distributor of premium alcoholic and soft drink brands across the UK and Ireland. Its portfolio features top names like Tennent’s, Scotland’s leading beer brand, and Bulmers, the top cider brand in Ireland. The company also operates Matthew Clark Bibendum, a key distributor to the UK hospitality sector focusing on premium drinks and wines.
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Average Daily Trading Volume: 934,859
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Technical Sentiment Signal: Hold
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Market Capitalization: £582.2 million