Hot food retailer Greggs has reported a 6.1% increase in total sales for the 13 weeks to 27 September, with like-for-like sales in company-managed shops rising 1.5% over the period.
Year-to-date, total sales were up 6.7% and like-for-like sales up 2.2%.
The baker also reported strong trading through August and September following a slower July, when unusually hot weather held back performance. Despite challenging market conditions, the board said its full-year expectations remain unchanged.
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Menu innovation supported performance during the quarter, with the launch of the £5 “Big Deal” meal offer, new high-protein Egg Pots and Protein Shakes, and expanded sandwich and toastie ranges.
Seasonal offerings such as the Pumpkin Spice Latte, Pumpkin Spice Doughnut and Toffee Fudge Muffin were also introduced. While the brand also extended its frozen “Bake at Home” range into Tesco, adding to its existing partnership with Iceland, bringing total distribution to 930 Iceland and 820 Tesco stores as well as online.
The business said it continues to invest in supply chain capacity to underpin estate growth. Its new frozen product manufacturing and logistics facility in Derby remains on track to open in 2026, while its chilled and ambient national distribution centre in Kettering is expected to be operational in 2027.
The company said operational costs remain well managed, with a marginally improved outlook for cost inflation in 2025. The board said: “We remain clear on the strategic opportunities that lie ahead.”
Greggs has opened 130 new shops and closed 73 (including 39 relocations) in the year to date, resulting in 57 net new openings and a total of 2,675 shops trading, as of 27 September.
For the full year, the group expects around 120 net shop openings, slightly below its earlier forecast but supported by a strong pipeline heading into 2026. Recent openings include supermarket concessions in Tesco and Sainsbury’s, alongside relocations designed to provide greater space and facilities.
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