**Summary of XP Factory PLCs Preliminary Unaudited Final Results for the Year Ended 31 March 2025**
XP Factory PLC, a UK-based experiential leisure company operating Escape Huntยฎ and Boom Battle Barยฎ brands, reported strong financial and operational performance for the year ended 31 March 2025.
**Financial Highlights**
**Revenue Growth** Group revenue increased by 19% to ยฃ57.8 million compared to the prior year, driven by growth in both Escape Hunt and Boom Battle Bar brands.
**EBITDA Improvement** Pre-IFRS 16 Group Adjusted EBITDA rose to ยฃ6.6 million, with site-level EBITDA at ยฃ15.2 million.
**Profitability** Adjusted Operating Profit reached ยฃ3.5 million, and Adjusted Earnings per Share increased to 0.23p.
**Cash Position** The company had a cash balance of ยฃ1.1 million and net debt of ยฃ4.8 million at the end of the period.
**Operational Highlights**
**Like-for-Like Sales Growth** Both brands achieved positive like-for-like sales growth, with Boom up 2.3% and Escape Hunt up 3.2%.
**Site Expansion** New owner-operated sites were opened, including Boom in Cambridge and Escape Hunt in Worcester, Glasgow, and Cambridge. Five Boom franchise sites were also acquired.
**Margin Improvement** Booms owner-operated site-level EBITDA margin increased to 18%, while Escape Hunts margin remained strong at 44%.
**Strategic Initiatives** A new ยฃ10 million revolving credit facility was secured, and an accelerated growth strategy was announced.
**Post-Period Highlights**
**New Site Openings** Additional sites opened in Reading, Canterbury, and Birmingham after the period end.
**Revenue Growth** Owner-operated revenue increased by 12% in the 19 weeks to 10 August 2025.
**Positive Trading Momentum** Both brands showed improved trading momentum, with Escape Hunts LFL sales up 8.6% and Booms LFL sales returning to positive territory.
**Strategic Focus**
**Site Expansion** The company aims to accelerate the expansion of Escape Hunt and Boom sites, targeting 50-60 Escape Hunt and 35-40 Boom sites by FY28.
**Unit Economics** Focus on improving unit economics through data-driven insights and technology investments.
**Central Costs** Aim to reduce central cost ratios to 10-12.5% of group revenue.
**Outlook**
The company remains cautiously optimistic about meeting market expectations for the full year, supported by strong operational performance and strategic initiatives. The growth of experiential leisure continues to present attractive opportunities, and XP Factory is well-positioned to capitalize on these trends.
**Key Metrics**
**Revenue** ยฃ57.8 million (19% growth)
**Pre-IFRS 16 Adjusted EBITDA** ยฃ6.6 million
**Adjusted Operating Profit** ยฃ3.5 million
**Adjusted Earnings per Share** 0.23p
**Cash Balance** ยฃ1.1 million
**Net Debt** ยฃ4.8 million
**Conclusion**
XP Factory PLC demonstrated robust financial and operational performance in FY2025, with significant growth in revenue, improved profitability, and strategic expansion. The company is well-positioned for future growth, supported by a strong brand portfolio, operational excellence, and a clear strategic vision.
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**Key Observations:** * **Revenue Growth:** XP Factory PLC experienced a modest 0.8% increase in revenue year-on-year. * **Profitability Improvement:** Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted Operating Profit both showed healthy growth, indicating improved operational efficiency. * **Debt Increase:** Net debt increased significantly, primarily due to the drawdown of the ยฃ10m revolving credit facility with Barclays. * **Cash Decrease:** Cash and cash equivalents decreased substantially, likely due to investments in new sites and capital expenditures.