Americana Restaurants posts 14.4% revenue growth to US$1.84B for 9 months 2025

MIDDLE EAST – Americana Restaurants International PLC has reported a strong financial performance for the nine-month period ended 30 September 2025, with total revenue growing 14.4% year-on-year to US$1,839.7 million.

The Company achieved a 10.4% increase in like-for-like sales, fueled by strategic operational initiatives, menu innovation, and enhanced digital engagement across its markets in the Middle East, North Africa, and Kazakhstan.

EBITDA rose 18.2% to US$414.2 million, reflecting disciplined cost management and improved operational efficiency.

Net profit attributable to shareholders increased 15.3% to US$135.4 million, maintaining a solid 7.4% margin despite a US$11.3 million tax impact in key markets in 2025.

Free cash flow grew 128% to US$128.3 million with a 53% conversion rate, underpinned by efficient working capital management.

The Company continues to operate with a debt-free balance sheet and strong cash reserves.

In Q3 2025, Americana reported revenues of US$622.7 million, a 12.2% increase year-over-year. EBITDA and net profit rose 18.6% and 14.7%, reaching US$139.3 million and US$42.9 million, respectively.

This growth demonstrates the resilience and cost discipline of the Company’s business model.

During the first nine months, Americana expanded its footprint by opening 68 new stores and integrating 46 additional restaurants from Pizza Hut Oman, bringing its total to 2,657 locations across 12 countries.

The Company adopts a selective growth approach, ensuring prudent capital deployment.

Americana also emphasizes social responsibility with inclusive Pizza Hut outlets operated by People of Determination with hearing and speech impairments in the UAE, supporting diversity and inclusion.

This robust performance affirms Americana Restaurants’ position as the largest out-of-home dining and quick-service restaurant operator in the MENA region and Kazakhstan, positioning it well for sustained growth in the evolving food service landscape.

Americana continues investing in digital transformation programs, which have improved customer engagement and operational efficiency.

Innovative marketing campaigns and menu enhancements support strong brand performance, boosting like-for-like sales by 10.4%.

The company’s disciplined cost control, anchored by zero-based budgeting and real-time integrated software, fosters sustainable profitability.

Strategic partnerships, including a franchise agreement for the premium carpo brand in the GCC, further diversify growth avenues and enhance customer reach.

These strategies collectively underpin Americana’s solid revenue growth and margin expansion, positioning the company as a market leader poised for long-term success.

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