SSP Group Reports Strong Half-Year Results and Maintains Full-Year Guidance

SSP Group plc ( (GB:SSPG) ) has issued an update.

SSP Group plc reported its half-year financial results, showing a 9% increase in revenue to £1.7 billion and a 20% rise in operating profit to £45 million. Despite a statutory loss per share of 7.7p due to non-cash IT transformation costs and impairments, the company maintained its full-year guidance, highlighting strong sales growth in regions like APAC & EEME. The company is implementing a cost reduction program and capital expenditure tightening to enhance profitability and cash generation, with plans for a potential share buyback program later in the year.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:SSPG) stock is a Hold with a £240.00 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 GB:SSPG Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:SSPG is a Outperform.

SSP Group plc displays strong financial performance with robust revenue growth and cash flow management, but high leverage is a risk that needs careful attention. Technical analysis is mixed, with potential overbought signals suggesting caution. The stock’s rich valuation may limit upside unless earnings improve significantly.

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More about SSP Group plc

SSP Group plc is a prominent operator of restaurants, bars, cafes, and other food and beverage outlets located in travel hubs across 38 countries. The company focuses on catering to travelers, providing a range of dining options in airports, train stations, and other travel-related locations.

Average Trading Volume: 1,905,950

Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell

Current Market Cap: £1.34B

For a thorough assessment of SSPG stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.