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Q1 2026 Trading Update
DP Poland PLC reported a strong first quarter of 2026, with Group System Sales increasing by 18.9% to £17.2 million and Group System Orders rising by 13.7% to 1.3 million. This growth was driven by double-digit system sales and order growth in both Poland and Croatia, with the company adding six new stores to its network, bringing the total to 141 Domino's locations. The franchise-led strategy advanced significantly, with franchise ownership now at 35% of the estate, and four additional Pizzeria 105 stores were converted to Domino's. The company anticipates continued double-digit system sales growth throughout 2026, supported by its franchise transition, store expansion towards a 200-store target by the end of 2027, and ongoing supply chain optimization. Disclaimer*
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DP Poland PLC ("DP Poland", the "Company" or the "Group") Q1 2026 Trading Update Continued double-digit system sales and volume growth, with ongoing network expansion adding six new stores DP Poland PLC, the operator of Domino's Pizza stores and restaurants across Poland and Croatia, provides the following trading update for Q1 2026, in line with management expectations. DP Poland's Chief Executive Officer, Nils Gornall, commented: "DP Poland delivered a strong first quarter, with double‑digit system sales and order growth across both Poland and Croatia. Operational discipline, targeted promotions and reliable and timely delivery performance contributed to an 18.9% increase in Group System Sales and a 13.7% rise in orders. The Polish market continued to perform strongly, delivering system sales growth of 18.2% and order count growth of 13.3%. Performance was underpinned by growth in delivery sales and delivery times consistently maintained below 30 minutes despite challenging winter conditions. We continued to advance our franchise‑led, capital‑light strategy, with franchise ownership increasing to 35% of the estate, up from 12% at the end of Q1 2025. Integration of the Pizzeria 105 business also progressed, with a further four stores converted during the quarter. With 141 Domino's stores now operating across the Group and strong sales momentum in both markets, we see significant opportunity ahead. Our priorities remain clear: accelerating the franchise transition and conversion of Pizzeria 105 stores to Domino's, expanding towards our 200‑store target by the end of 2027, and delivering sustainable margin improvement and long‑term shareholder value." Strategic and Operational Highlights Franchise Transition: · Franchise‑owned stores increased to 35% of the estate, representing 47 franchised locations Pizzeria 105 acquisition: · Four additional stores converted in Q1 2026 · 17 stores converted since acquisition Supply chain and commissary optimisation: · Consolidation of our commissaries into a single facility completed in February 2026 · Immediate benefits include reduced staffing overheads, higher labour productivity through automation, and savings in rent, utilities and maintenance. Longer-term benefits include improved utilisation, enhanced labour effi...