Americana Restaurants serves up a record-breaking year with sizzling US$2.5B revenue

MENA – Americana Restaurants International has dished out a spectacular set of financial results for 2025, serving a 14.2% increase in revenue to a record US$2.51 billion and a mouth-watering 38% surge in net profit to US$219.1 million.

The MENA region’s largest restaurant operator delivered this stellar performance through robust same-store sales growth, wider profit margins, and smart expansion across its 12 markets.

A Recipe for Operational Success and Fatter Margins

The company’s impressive revenue was fueled by a 9.7% rise in like-for-like sales, thanks to successful menu innovation, strong brand partnerships, and excellent operations.

Smart cost management and pricing discipline allowed gross profit margins to expand by 1.3%.

This operational excellence flowed directly to the bottom line, with EBITDA jumping 23.1% to US$595.6 million, achieving a healthy EBITDA margin of 23.7%.

The net profit margin also grew by 1.5 percentage points to 8.7%, showcasing the powerful profitability of its portfolio, which includes giants like KFC, Pizza Hut, and Hardee’s.

Smart Growth and a Generous Serving for Shareholders

Americana Restaurants continued its recipe for disciplined growth, opening 216 new stores in 2025 to bring its total network to a whopping 2,749 restaurants.

This expansion focused on high-return locations, with capital expenditure kept efficient at US$125.2 million.

The company enjoys a robust financial position with zero debt and generated a strong adjusted free cash flow of US$209.1 million.

Demonstrating its commitment to shareholders, the Board plans to serve up a proposed cash dividend of US$201.6 million, equating to US$0.024 per share, pending approval.

A Full Plate of Ambition for 2026

Looking to the year ahead, management anticipates the positive momentum to continue.

The strategy will focus on brand-led innovation, further portfolio optimization, and a deeper push into digital and delivery channels, powered by its 22 proprietary SuperApps.

The focus remains on driving sustainable growth, protecting those hard-earned margins, and delivering long-term value.

This outstanding financial year solidifies Americana Restaurants’ position as the undisputed foodservice leader in the region and sets the table for continued success.

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