Franchise Brands: Strong Financial Performance and Strategic Growth Justify Buy Rating

Sam Dindol, an analyst from Stifel Nicolaus, maintained the Buy rating on Franchise Brands (FRAN – Research Report). The associated price target remains the same with p300.00.

Sam Dindol has given his Buy rating due to a combination of factors including Franchise Brands’ strong financial performance and strategic initiatives. The company has demonstrated resilience with a 20% increase in system sales and a 16% rise in adjusted EBITDA, attributed to the annualisation of the Pirtek Europe acquisition. This growth is impressive given the challenging macroeconomic conditions, particularly in the UK and Europe.
Furthermore, Franchise Brands is well-positioned to achieve its FY25E consensus, supported by market tailwinds and the One Franchise Brands initiative aimed at enhancing efficiencies and operational gearing. The company’s strategic focus on deleveraging, with leverage expected to drop below 1.5x by year-end FY25E, and its compelling valuation with a target price of 300p, underscore the potential for significant upside. These elements collectively justify the Buy rating, highlighting the company’s robust growth prospects and financial stability.