Applied Nutrition PLC reported strong interim results for the half year ended 31 January 2026, with revenue up 56.5% to ยฃ74.5 million, adjusted EBITDA up 55.8% to ยฃ21.5 million, and adjusted profit before tax up 53.7% to ยฃ20.9 million. The company experienced sustained momentum across all aspects of the business, driven by deepened relationships with existing customers, new customer wins, and continued global expansion. Key highlights include a first out-licensing agreement with Morrisons, new product launches, and construction commencing on a global distribution facility and head office. The company anticipates full-year revenue of approximately ยฃ140 million, with a more H1-weighted revenue profile than in prior years. Applied Nutritions strategic focus on innovation, customer relationships, and global growth has positioned it well for continued success in the sports nutrition, health, and wellness market.
| Metric | H1 FY26 | H1 FY25 | Change |
|---|
| Revenue (ยฃm) | 74.5 | 47.6 | 56.5% |
| Gross Profit (ยฃm) | 34.8 | 22.3 | 56.1% |
| Adjusted EBITDA (ยฃm) | 21.5 | 13.8 | 55.8% |
| Adjusted Profit Before Tax (ยฃm) | 20.9 | 13.6 | 53.7% |
| Adjusted Basic and Diluted EPS (p) | 6.2 | 4.2 | 47.6% |
| Free Cash Flow (ยฃm) | 7.9 | 8.9 | (11.2%) |
| Net Cash (ยฃm) | 26.4 | 10.9 | 142.2% |
### Year-on-Year Comparison and Debt Analysis:
- **Revenue and Profitability**: Revenue increased by 56.5% from ยฃ47.6m in H1 FY25 to ยฃ74.5m in H1 FY26. Gross profit, adjusted EBITDA, and adjusted profit before tax also saw significant increases of 56.1%, 55.8%, and 53.7% respectively, indicating strong operational performance and cost management. - **Earnings Per Share (EPS)**: Adjusted basic and diluted EPS grew by 47.6% from 4.2p to 6.2p, reflecting improved profitability per share. - **Cash Flow**: Free cash flow decreased by 11.2% from ยฃ8.9m to ยฃ7.9m, possibly due to increased investment in growth initiatives. However, net cash position improved significantly from ยฃ10.9m to ยฃ26.4m, indicating stronger liquidity. - **Debt**: The text does not explicitly mention debt levels, but the increase in net cash and the availability of a ยฃ10.0m revolving credit facility (undrawn) suggest that debt is well-managed and not a significant concern. The focus appears to be on retaining cash for investment in capacity, efficiency, and potential M&A opportunities rather than debt repayment.