**Summary**
On the Beach Group PLCs interim results for the six months ended 31 March 2026 show record booking volumes of 324,200, a 7% increase, and travelled volumes of 201,600, a 22% increase, despite industry challenges. Adjusted revenue was £52.9 million, down £6.4 million due to demand disruption from the Middle East conflict and a later booking profile. Adjusted EBITDA was £6.4 million, and adjusted profit before tax was £2.3 million. The company reinstated its FY guidance, expecting adjusted PBT of £18-25 million, and declared an interim dividend of 1.0p per share. Strategic progress includes a 24% increase in customer search funnel conversion, 29% growth in app monthly active users, and significant expansion in city and Republic of Ireland bookings. AI integration is advancing, with the app launched on ChatGPT and further integrations planned. The company maintains a strong balance sheet with £88 million of headroom and £209.9 million in customer trust. Net debt decreased by £2.0 million, and the company continues to return capital to shareholders.
| Metric | H1 2026 | H1 2025 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue (£m) | 52.2 | 59.4 | (7.2) |
| Adjusted Revenue (£m) | 52.9 | 59.3 | (6.4) |
| Adjusted EBITDA (£m) | 6.4 | 12.8 | (6.4) |
| Adjusted Profit Before Tax (£m) | 2.3 | 8.4 | (6.1) |
| Profit Before Tax (£m) | (3.2) | 4.5 | (7.7) |
| Net Debt (£m) | (27.5) | (29.5) | 2.0 |
| Cash in Trust (£m) | 209.9 | 224.2 | (14.3) |
| Dividends per share (interim) | 1.0p | 1.0p | - |