**Summary**
A.G. BARR p.l.c., a UK-based multi-beverage company, reported strong financial results for FY25/26, ending January 31, 2026. Revenue grew by 4.0% to £437.3 million, driven by value-led performance across core brands like IRN-BRU, Rubicon, and Boost. Adjusted operating margin increased by 120 basis points to 14.8%, and adjusted profit before tax rose 12.5% to £65.8 million. The company maintained its adjusted return on capital employed (ROCE) at 20.4% despite significant investments in brand development and capital expenditure. Strategic acquisitions, including Innate-Essence, Frobishers, and Fentimans, expanded the companys presence in functional health and premium socialising segments. The final dividend increased by 11.0% to 15.27p per share, reflecting strong cash generation and confidence in future growth. A.G. BARR enters FY26/27 with momentum, focusing on innovation, channel expansion, and integration of recent acquisitions to drive sustainable growth and shareholder returns.
| Financial Metric | 2024/25 | 2025/26 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue (£m) | 420.4 | 437.3 | +4.0% |
| Adjusted Profit Before Tax (£m) | 58.5 | 65.8 | +12.5% |
| Adjusted Operating Margin (%) | 13.6% | 14.8% | +120bps |
| Adjusted Return on Capital Employed (%) | 20.8% | 20.4% | -40bps |
| Adjusted EPS (basic pence/share) | 39.77p | 44.24p | +11.2% |
| Net Cash at Bank (£m) | 63.9 | 41.6 | -34.9% |
| Full Year Dividend (pence/share) | 16.86p | 18.71p | +11.0% |
| Debt (£m) | 0 | 40.0 | +100% |