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An update from SSP Group plc ( (GB:SSPG) ) is now available.
SSP Group reported a resilient first half to 2026, with revenue rising 6% at constant currency to £1.8bn, like‑for‑like sales up 5% and operating profit increasing 18% to £52m on the same basis, lifting margins by 30 basis points. Earnings per share turned positive to 1.1p, net debt stood at 2.2 times EBITDA, and the company continued its £100m share buyback and raised its interim dividend, signalling confidence despite seasonal cash outflows and elevated capital expenditure.
Management highlighted good trading momentum, with like‑for‑like sales growth holding at 5% in the first half and 3% in early H2, even as conflict in the Middle East weighed on Asia-Pacific and EEME hubs and Gulf operations ran at reduced capacity. The ‘Focus 26’ plan is central to improving profitability and cash generation, including exiting about a third of the Continental European rail estate, targeting operating margins above 3% in that region, tightening capital allocation, and reshaping the board to accelerate value creation for shareholders while maintaining guidance for full‑year EPS and stronger free cash flow.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:SSPG) stock is a Hold with a £180.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on SSP Group plc stock, see the GB:SSPG Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on SSPG Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, SSPG is a Neutral.
The overall stock score for SSP Group plc is primarily influenced by financial performance challenges, including slow revenue growth and high leverage. Technical analysis shows strong momentum, but overbought conditions suggest caution. Valuation concerns due to a negative P/E ratio further impact the score.
To see Spark’s full report on SSPG stock, click here.
More about SSP Group plc
SSP Group plc is a leading global operator of food and beverage outlets in the travel sector, serving passengers across airports, railway stations and other transit locations. The company focuses on branded and own-concept restaurants, cafes and bars, with its core markets in the UK, North America, Continental Europe and selected regions in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East.
Average Trading Volume: 3,636,685
Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Sell
Current Market Cap: £1.2B
Find detailed analytics on SSPG stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.