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Sodexo Fiscal 2025 results in line with revised guidance; Fiscal 2026 as a transition year laying foundation for the future

· Issued by Sodexo SA

Issy-les-Moulineaux, October 23, 2025

Sodexo (Euronext Paris FR 0000121220-OTC: SDXAY)

  • Fiscal 2025 results:

    • Organic revenue growth of +3.3%, or +3.7% underlying1

    • Underlying operating profit margin at 4.7%, up +10bps at constant currencies

    • Underlying group net profit at 785 million euros, up +3.7% at constant currencies

    • Solid free cashflow; net debt/EBITDA ratio of 1.8x

    • Proposed dividend of 2.70 euros, in line with the Group dividend policy

  • Evolution within the governance

    • Appointment of Thierry Delaporte as Chief Executive Officer, effective November 10, 2025

    • Board evolutions to be proposed at the Shareholders Meeting on December 16, 2025

  • Fiscal 2026 guidance:

    • Organic revenue growth between +1.5% and +2.5%

    • Underlying operating profit margin to be slightly lower than Fiscal 2025

At the Board of Directors meeting held on October 22, 2025, chaired by Sophie Bellon, the Board approved the consolidated accounts of Sodexo for the fiscal year ended August 31, 2025.

Fiscal 2025 key figures and highlights

(in million euros)

FISCAL 2025

FISCAL 2024

CHANGE

CHANGE AT
CONSTANT CURRENCIES

Revenues

24,074

23,798

+1.2%

+2.9%

Organic growth

+3.3%

+7.9%

UNDERLYING OPERATING PROFIT

1,139

1,109

+2.7%

+5.0%

UNDERLYING OPERATING PROFIT MARGIN

4.7%

4.7%

— bps

+10 bps

Other operating income and expenses

(154)

(58)

OPERATING PROFIT

985

1,051

(6.3%)

(4.8%)

Net financial expense

(88)

(63)

Tax charge

(198)

(249)

Effective tax rate

22.2%

25.4%

GROUP NET PROFIT FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS - Group share

695

738

(5.8%)

(4.1%)

Basic EPS from Continuing Operations (in euros)

4.76

5.04

(5.6%)

UNDERLYING NET PROFIT FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS - Group share

785

775

+1.3%

+3.7%

Basic Underlying EPS from Continuing Operations (in euros)

5.37

5.29

+1.5%

Line labeled “Group Net profit from continuing operations” reflects the presence of discontinued operations in Fiscal 2024. No discontinued contribution in Fiscal 2025.

Sodexo Chairwoman and CEO Sophie Bellon said:

“Over the past four years, we have repositioned Sodexo as a pure-play food and services company. We have streamlined our portfolio, sharpened our focus on core activities, whilst continuing the transformation of our operating model. These efforts have set a strong foundation for sustainable performance.

Our Fiscal 2025 results reflect both the progress achieved and the operational challenges we faced, particularly in the U.S. For Fiscal 2026, we remain laser-focused on addressing these challenges, with clear action plans already underway.

The appointment of Thierry Delaporte as Chief Executive Officer marks the opening of a new chapter for Sodexo, with commercial acceleration and rigorous execution being our key priorities. I am confident that our new governance structure will support the Group’s next stage of development and long-term success.

I want to sincerely thank all Sodexo teams for their dedication and commitment. Their engagement has been essential in driving change and positioning the Group strongly for the future."

Fiscal 2025 highlights

  • Revenues - Fiscal 2025 consolidated revenues reached 24.1 billion euros, up +1.2% year-on-year, driven by organic growth of +3.3%, partly offset by a negative currency impact of -1.8% and a net contribution from acquisitions and disposals of -0.3%.

  • Organic revenue growth of +3.3% (or +3.7% excluding the base effect of the Olympics, the Rugby World Cup and the leap year in Fiscal 2024), primarily reflects a contribution from pricing close to 3% and slight positive volume and net new business contribution.

  • By geography:

    • In North America, organic growth was +2.8%, reflecting strong results in Sodexo Live! and Business & Administration, and solid underlying momentum in Healthcare despite timing effects, offset by contract losses in Education.

    • In Europe, organic growth was +1.7%, or +2.7% excluding the base effect of the Rugby World Cup and the Olympics, with progress across segments, notably in Healthcare and Seniors.

    • In Rest of the World, organic growth was +7.5% primarily driven by India, Australia and Brazil, as Sodexo continues to strengthen its positioning and gain market share. Growth in most other countries remained robust.

  • Underlying operating profit was 1.1 billion euros, corresponding to an Underlying operating margin of 4.7%, up +5% and +10 basis points at constant currencies. The improvement was supported by procurement efficiencies and benefits from the Global Business Services project, which offset ongoing investments to support growth. Europe and the Rest of the World contributed to margin expansion at constant currencies, while North America remained stable.

  • Other operating income & expenses amounted to -154 million euros, mainly from restructuring expenses and amortization of purchased intangible assets. The prior year number included a one-off gain from the disposal of the Homecare business.

  • Operating profit was 985 million euros, compared to 1,051 million euros in the prior year, reflecting year-on-year differences in other operating income and expenses.

  • Net financial expense amounted to 88 million euros, compared to 63 million in the prior year, mainly due to lower one-off gains than in the previous year (including compensatory interests and dividends). During the year, the Group continued to optimize its financing structure through the cash repayment of its 700 million euros bond maturing in April 2025, the 1.1 billion U.S dollars notes issuance by Sodexo Inc. in May 2025, and the partial repurchase of existing debt, thereby supporting liquidity and financial flexibility.

  • The Effective tax rate was 22.2%, reflecting mainly the update of the risk related to Sodexo S.A. tax audit, following the finalization of related procedures during the period, and the recognition of previously unrecognized tax losses in France.

  • Group Net profit was 695 million euros, down from 738 million euros last year, the difference mainly reflecting an exceptional capital gain in the prior year. Underlying net profit amounted to 785 million euros, up +3.7% at constant currencies. The resulting underlying EPS was 5.37 euros.

  • The Board proposes a dividend of 2.70 euros, up +1.9% from the previous year, and in line with the Group dividend policy of a 50% pay-out ratio based on underlying net income. It will be proposed at the Shareholders Meeting on December 16, 2025.

  • Free cash flow amounted to 459 million euros, including an exceptional tax outflow related to the finalization of the tax audit of Sodexo S.A. Working capital was well contained and capex stood at 2% of revenue.

  • Net M&A expenditure totaled 93 million euros, driven by the acquisitions of CRH Catering in the United States and Agap’Pro, a GPO in France, which were partly offset by some disposals in non-core activities. The Group also agreed to acquire Grupo Mediterránea in Spain, with closing expected by the end of calendar year 2025, reinforcing its presence in key food markets.

  • Net debt increased to 2.7 billion euros, from 2.6 billion euros at the end of Fiscal 2024, mainly due to the exceptional tax outflow. As a result, the Net debt to EBITDA ratio was 1.8x, compared to 1.7x at the end of Fiscal 2024, within the target range of 1-2x.

Commercial momentum

  • Client retention2 was 94%, reflecting the loss of a large global FM account (–50 bps impact) and weaker performance in the U.S. Education segment.

  • New signings2 totaled 1.7 billion euros, with a strong start to the year followed by a softer second half, partly mitigated by successful cross-selling.

Leading the way in sustainability

In Fiscal 2025, Sodexo continued to strengthen its positive impact:

  • 80% employee engagement and lowest-ever Lost Time Injury Rate of 0.45, reflecting continued progress in workplace safety,

  • significant carbon reductions, achieving total greenhouse gas emissions reductions of -19.3% compared to 2017 (including -37.7% for Scopes 1 and 2)

  • -47.6% decrease in food waste, in close collaboration with clients, suppliers, and partners.

The Group is also publishing its first CSRD-compliant sustainability statement, reinforcing governance and transparency.

Building on this progress, Better Tomorrow 2028 sets a new roadmap to strengthen the Company’s social, environmental and societal impact, thereby contributing to its long-term resilience.

Sodexo Governance

Dissociated governance structure, as of November 10, 2025

  • Thierry Delaporte as Group Chief Executive Officer;

  • Sophie Bellon as non-executive Chairwoman of the Board of Directors for the duration of her mandate.

Changes in the Board of Directors

  • Gilles Pélisson will succeed Luc Messier as Lead independent Director, effective November 10, 2025.

  • Véronique Laury and Cécile Tandeau de Marsac, who have contributed strongly to the Board and its Committees over their respective 6- and 9-year tenures, have chosen not to seek renewal of their terms.

The Board will propose several resolutions relative to its composition to strengthen the diversity of its expertise and its knowledge of the North American markets. The following appointments and renewals will be proposed at the Shareholders Meeting on December 16, 2025:

  • the appointment of Geneviève Bich as an independent Director for a three-year term. If approved,
    she will chair the Compensation Committee and sit on the Nominating Committee.

  • the appointment of Françoise Colpron as an independent Director for a three-year term. If approved, she will serve on the Audit Committee.

  • the renewal of Luc Messier’s term as independent Director for a three-year term. If approved, he will chair the Sustainability Committee and remain a member of the Nominating and Audit Committees.

  • the appointment of Bellon SA, represented by Patrice de Talhouët for a three-year term to replace his individual mandate as non-independent Director. If approved, he will be a member of the Sustainability and the Audit Committees.

All the resolutions and detailed information on the Board’s composition and governance will be presented in Sodexo’s Universal Registration Document, to be soon filed with the AMF (French financial markets authority).

Outlook

For Fiscal 2026, in line with current operational priorities, Sodexo provides the following outlook:

  • Organic growth to be between +1.5% and +2.5%, reflecting a minimum +2% contribution from pricing, neutral to moderate contribution from both like-for-like volume and net new business, and a one-off reclassification triggered by the renewal of a large contract;

  • Underlying operating profit margin to be slightly lower than Fiscal 2025, reflecting the mix and phasing of our growth drivers and targeted investments to enhance our Group’s foundations for profitable growth.

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1 Excluding the base effect of the Olympics, Rugby World Cup and leap year in Fiscal 2024.

2 Retention and new signings are based on annualized revenue of contracts gained or lost during the period, irrespective of contract dates.


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Conference call

Sodexo will hold a conference call (in English) today at 9:00 a.m. (Paris time), 8:00 a.m. (London time) to comment on these Fiscal 2025 Results.

To join the call:

  • from the UK / International, please dial: +44 (0) 121 281 8004

  • from France, please dial: +33 (0) 1 70 91 87 04

  • from the USA, please dial: +1 718 705 8796

Access Code: 07 26 13

A live audio webcast is also available on www.sodexo.com.

The press release, presentation and webcast will be available on the Group website www.sodexo.com in both the “Newsroom” section and the “Investors – Financial Results” section.

Sodexo Fiscal 2026 financial calendar

Fiscal 2025 Annual Shareholders Meeting

December 16, 2025

Fiscal 2026 First quarter Revenues

January 8, 2026

Fiscal 2026 First half Results

April 10, 2026

Fiscal 2026 Third quarter Revenues

July 2, 2026

Fiscal 2026 Full year Results

October 23, 2026

Fiscal 2026 Annual Shareholders Meeting

December 16, 2026

These dates are indicative and may be subject to change without notice. Regular updates are available in the calendar on our website www.sodexo.com 

About Sodexo

Founded in Marseille in 1966 by Pierre Bellon, Sodexo is the leader in Food and Services, shaping better everyday experiences at every moment in life: work, heal, learn and play. The Group stands out for its independence, its founding family shareholding and its responsible business model. With its services, Sodexo meets all the challenges of everyday life with a dual goal: to improve the quality of life of our employees and those we serve, and contribute to the economic, social and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. For Sodexo, growth and social commitment go hand in hand. Our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all.
Sodexo is included in the CAC Next 20, Bloomberg France 40, CAC SBT 1.5, FTSE 4 Good and DJSI indices.

Sodexo Key figures

  • 24.1 billion euros Fiscal 2025 consolidated revenues

  • 426,000 employees as at August 31, 2025

  • #2 France-based private employer worldwide

  • 43 countries

  • 80 million consumers served daily

  • 8.3 billion euros in market capitalization (as at October 22, 2025)

Contacts

Analysts and Investors

Media

Juliette Klein
+33 1 57 75 80 27
juliette.klein@sodexo.com

Mathieu Scaravetti
+33 6 28 62 21 91
mathieu.scaravetti@sodexo.com

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About Geneviève Bich

A Canadian national, Geneviève is a recognized expert in human resources, with extensive leadership experience across major Canadian companies and board-level responsibilities.

Geneviève is Vice President, Human Resources at Metro Inc., a leader in the food and pharmacy industry in Canada. Prior to joining Metro, Geneviève held similar positions at Aimia Inc., Groupe Dynamite and Bell. She is a member of the Board of Directors of Hydro-Québec, Chair of the Board's Human Resources Committee and a member of the Governance and Customer Experience Committee. She actively supports several community organizations in Montreal. Geneviève is graduated in psychology from McGill University and in law from the Université de Montréal.

She is a member of the Barreau du Québec and the Ordre des conseillers en ressources humaines agréés du Québec.

About Françoise Colpron

A dual U.S. and Canadian national, Françoise is a seasoned corporate director and strategic executive with over 30 years of global legal and business experience, including 25 years in the automotive industry.

She began her career as a lawyer at Ogilvy Renault in Canada and then in Hong Kong. She joined Valeo in 1998, and had several roles, first in the legal department in Paris, then as General Counsel for North and South America, and finally as Group President for North America, from 2008 through 2022. During her tenure, Françoise successfully led the Region during the 2009 economic downturn, through the transformation of the automotive industry in terms of autonomous driving and electrification, as well as the various challenges of Covid and talent and supply shortages. Françoise established strong relationships with automotive customers and local communities, and a strong branding as an employer of choice.

She serves on the Boards of Directors of Sealed Air, Celestica, and Veralto, contributing to governance, human ressources, nominating, audit and compensation committees.

She holds a law degree from the University of Montreal and is fluent in English, French, and Spanish.

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Fiscal 2025 Activity Report

1.1 Fiscal 2025 Performance of Sodexo

1.1.1 Consolidated income statement

(in million euros)

FISCAL 2025

FISCAL 2024

CHANGE

CHANGE
CONSTANT RATES

Revenues

24,074

23,798

+1.2%

+2.9%

Organic growth

+3.3%

+7.9%

UNDERLYING OPERATING PROFIT

1,139

1,109

+2.7%

+5.0%

UNDERLYING OPERATING PROFIT MARGIN

4.7%

4.7%

0 bps

+10 bps

Other operating income and expenses

(154)

(58)

OPERATING PROFIT

985

1,051

(6.3%)

(4.8%)

Net financial expense

(88)

(63)

Tax charge

(198)

(249)

Effective tax rate(1)

22.2%

25.4%

NET PROFIT FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS(2) - Group share

695

738

(5.8%)

(4.1%)

Basic EPS from Continuing Operations (in euros)

4.76

5.04

(5.6%)

UNDERLYING NET PROFIT FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS - Group share

785

775

+1.3%

+3.7%

Basic Underlying EPS from Continuing Operations (in euros)

5.37

5.29

+1.5%

(1) ETR based on Pre-tax profit excluding share of profit from Equity method of 892 million euros in Fiscal 2025 and 983 million euros in Fiscal 2024.
(2) Profit attributable to non-controlling interests were 11 million euros in Fiscal 2025 and 9 million euros in Fiscal 2024.

1.1.2 Revenues

REVENUES
(in million euros)

FISCAL 2025

FISCAL 2024

ORGANIC GROWTH

EXTERNAL GROWTH

CURRENCY EFFECT

TOTAL
GROWTH

North America

11,180

11,111

+2.8%

-0.3%

-1.8%

+0.6%

Europe

8,593

8,448

+1.7%

-0.4%

+0.4%

+1.7%

Rest of the World

4,301

4,239

+7.5%

-0.2%

-5.9%

+1.5%

SODEXO

24,074

23,798

+3.3%

-0.3%

-1.8%

+1.2%

Fiscal 2025 consolidated revenues reached 24.1 billion euros, up +1.2% year-on-year, despite a -1.8% negative currency impact (mainly from the U.S. dollar and several Latin American currencies) and a net contribution from acquisitions and disposals of -0.3%. Fiscal 2025 organic revenue growth was +3.3%, or +3.7% excluding the base effect of the Olympics, the Rugby World Cup and leap year in Fiscal 2024, primarily reflecting a contribution from pricing close to 3% and slight positive volume and net new business contribution.

North America delivered +2.8% organic growth, reflecting strong results in Sodexo Live! and Business & Administrations, and solid underlying momentum in Healthcare despite timing effects, offset by contract losses in Education.

In Europe, organic growth was +1.7%, or +2.7% excluding the base effect of the Olympics and the Rugby World Cup, with progress across segments, notably in Healthcare and Seniors.

In Rest of the World, organic growth was +7.5%, primarily driven by India, Australia and Brazil, as Sodexo continues to strengthen its positioning and gain market share. Growth in most other countries remained robust.

North America

REVENUES BY SEGMENT
(in million euros)

FISCAL 2025

FISCAL 2024

RESTATED ORGANIC GROWTH(1)

Business & Administrations

2,948

3,036

+4.2%

Sodexo Live!

1,560

1,428

+11.2%

Healthcare & Seniors

3,504

3,411

+1.8%

Education

3,168

3,236

-1.1%

NORTH AMERICA TOTAL

11,180

11,111

+2.8%

(1) During First half Fiscal 2025, some contracts or operations have been reallocated between segments.

Fiscal 2025 North America revenues totaled 11.2 billion euros, up +2.8% organically.

Organic growth in Business & Administrations reached +4.2%, supported by strong food services performance, cross-sales, and price increases, partly offset by contract demobilizations, including the impact of a large global FM contract exit.

Sodexo Live! delivered robust organic growth of +11.2%, fueled by strong activity in airport lounges, conference centers, stadiums and arenas.

Healthcare & Seniors organic growth was +1.8%, supported by price increases, volume growth, and cross-sales. Performance was affected by site losses in Canada and in Seniors, as well as by a slow ramp-up of new business in U.S. Healthcare, with new contracts beginning to contribute in the fourth quarter.

In Education, organic growth was -1.1%, with performance impacted by prior-period contract exits.

Europe

REVENUES BY SEGMENT
(in million euros)

FISCAL 2025

FISCAL 2024

RESTATED ORGANIC GROWTH(1)

Business & Administrations

4,746

4,681

+1.2%

Sodexo Live!

707

750

-6.2%

Healthcare & Seniors

1,987

1,885

+6.7%

Education

1,153

1,132

+1.3%

EUROPE TOTAL

8,593

8,448

+1.7%

(1) During First half Fiscal 2025, some contracts or operations have been reallocated between segments

Fiscal 2025 Europe revenues totaled 8.6 billion euros, up +1.7% organically, or +2.7% excluding the base effect of the Olympics and the Rugby World Cup.

In Business & Administrations, organic growth was +1.2%, supported by price revisions and new site openings, though partially offset by softer activity levels in FM and the impact of some contract exits.

Sodexo Live! organic growth came in at -6.2%, or +5.1% excluding the base effect of the Olympics and the Rugby World Cup, reflecting strong tourist activity in France and robust volume growth in airport lounges and stadiums in the UK.

Healthcare & Seniors organic growth stood at +6.7%, driven by strong commercial momentum across the zone as well as sustained volume growth and price revisions.

In Education, organic revenue growth was +1.3%, reflecting the positive impact of price revisions, partly offset by the exit of some low-performing contracts in France.

Rest of the World

REVENUES BY SEGMENT
(in million euros)

FISCAL 2025

FISCAL 2024

RESTATED ORGANIC GROWTH(1)

Business & Administrations

3,708

3,694

+6.5%

Sodexo Live!

54

46

+20.4%

Healthcare & Seniors

352

337

+16.2%

Education

187

162

+10.4%

REST OF THE WORLD TOTAL

4,301

4,239

+7.5%

(1) During First half Fiscal 2025, some contracts or operations have been reallocated between segments

Fiscal 2025 Rest of the World revenues were 4.3 billion euros. Organic growth was +7.5%, underpinned by strong activity levels across most geographies, supported by price increases and solid commercial momentum. Performance was particularly strong in India, fueled by new business wins and higher volumes on existing sites, in Australia, supported by additional volumes and robust development, and in Brazil, driven by price revisions and sustained volume growth.

1.1.3 Underlying Operating Profit

Fiscal 2025 underlying operating profit was 1.1 billion euros, up +2.7%, or +5.0% excluding currency effects. The underlying operating profit margin, including corporate expenses, reached 4.7%, up +10 basis points at constant currencies.

(in million euros)

UNDERLYING OPERATING PROFIT
FISCAL 2025

CHANGE

CHANGE (EXCLUDING CURRENCY EFFECT)

UNDERLYING OPERATING PROFIT MARGIN FISCAL 2025

CHANGE
IN MARGIN

CHANGE
IN MARGIN (EXCLUDING CURRENCY
MIX EFFECT)

North America

645

-0.8%

+1.4%

5.8%

-10 bps

0 bps

Europe

367

+8.3%

+6.7%

4.3%

+30 bps

+20 bps

Rest of the World

211

+2.4%

+10.8%

4.9%

0 bps

+20 bps

Corporate expenses / HQ costs

(84)

-2.3%

-2.3%

UNDERLYING OPERATING PROFIT

1,139

+2.7%

+5.0%

4.7%

0 bps

+10 bps

  • The margin improvement reflects procurement efficiencies, benefits from the Global Business Services project and some operating leverage, which offset ongoing investments to support growth.

  • Performance by zone was as follows (variances at constant currencies):

    • North America: underlying operating profit increased +1.4%, with the margin stable at 5.8%.

    • Europe: underlying operating profit rose +6.7%, with the margin up +20 bps to 4.3%.

    • Rest of the World: underlying operating profit grew +10.8%, with the margin up +20 bps to 4.9%.

1.1.4 Net profit

(in million euros)

FISCAL 2025

FISCAL 2024

UNDERLYING OPERATING PROFIT

1,139

1,109

Net impact related to consolidation scope changes

3

90

Restructuring and rationalization costs

(97)

(65)

Amortization of purchased intangible assets

(35)

(35)

Other

(25)

(48)

OTHER OPERATING INCOME AND EXPENSES

(154)

(58)

OPERATING PROFIT

985

1,051

Net financial expense

(88)

(63)

Net income before tax & shares accounted for equity method

892

983

Tax charge

(198)

(249)

NET PROFIT FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS (GROUP SHARE)

695

738

UNDERLYING NET PROFIT FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS (GROUP SHARE)

785

775

Other operating income and expenses amounted to -154 million euros, versus -58 million euros last year (which included a one-off gain on the disposal of the Homecare business). Of this, -97 million euros relate to restructuring, aimed at improving efficiency, productivity, and margins, and covering initiatives such as Global Business Services, ERP implementation, and other organizational optimizations.

As a result, the operating profit reached 985 million euros compared to 1,051 million euros in the previous year.

Fiscal 2025 net financial expenses amounted to 88 million euros, up from 63 million euros in Fiscal 2024. The increase primarily reflects lower one-off gains compared with the prior year, including compensatory interest in Brazil and the Sofinsod dividend. The new USD bond issuance had negligible impact this year, with higher coupons offset by increased interest income on cash and a gain on the tender of existing bonds.

The tax charge was 198 million euros, leading to an Effective Tax Rate of 22.2%, reflecting mainly the update of the risk related to Sodexo S.A. tax audit, following the finalization of related procedures during the period, and the recognition of previously unrecognized tax losses in France.

The share of profit of other companies accounted for using the equity method was 12 million euros compared to 13 million euros last year. Profit attributed to non-controlling interests was 11 million euros compared to the previous year amount of 9 million euros.

As a result, Group net profit was 695 million euros, compared to 738 million euros in Fiscal 2024. Underlying net profit, adjusted for other operating income and expenses net of tax, reached 785 million euros, compared to 775 million euros in Fiscal 2024, up +3.7% at constant currencies.

1.2 Consolidated financial position

1.2.1 Cash flows

(in million euros)

FISCAL 2025

FISCAL 2024

Operating cash flow(1)

1,200

1,338

Change in working capital

(69)

(43)

IFRS 16 leases outflow

(188)

(165)

Net capital expenditure (including new client investments)

(484)

(469)

Free cash flow(2)

459

661

Net acquisitions

(93)

986

Share buy-backs

(83)

(51)

Dividends paid to shareholders

(388)

(1,373)

Other changes (including scope and exchange rates)

18

95

(Increase)/decrease in net debt

(87)

318

(1) The difference with the Operating Cash Flow as presented in the consolidated cash flow statement comes from the payment of client investments during the period, presented in this table within Net Capex (within Operating Cash flow in the cash flow statement).
(2) The Group does not believe the accounting treatment introduced by IFRS 16 modifies the operating nature of its lease transactions. Accordingly, to ensure the Group’s performance measures continue to best reflect its operating performance, the Group considers repayments of lease liabilities as operating items impacting the Free cash flow, which integrates all lease payments (fixed or variable). To be consistent, the lease liabilities are not included in Net debt (treated as operating items).

Free cash flow was 459 million euros compared to 661 million euros in Fiscal 2024.

Operating cash flow amounted to 1.2 billion euros down from 1.3 billion euros in the previous year, mainly due to an exceptional tax outflow related to a tax reassessment at Sodexo S.A..

Change in working capital in Fiscal 2025 was an outflow of 69 million euros, compared with a 43 million euros outflow in the previous year.

Net capital expenditure, including client investments, at 484 million euros, representing 2.0% of revenues, in line with last year.

Acquisitions net of disposals amounted to an outflow of 93 million euros in Fiscal 2025, driven by the acquisitions of CRH Catering in the United States and Agap’Pro, a GPO in France, which were partly offset by some disposals in non-core activities. The prior year inflow of 986 million euros mainly resulted from the disposal of Sofinsod for 918 million euros and the Homecare business.

The Fiscal 2025 dividend payment amounted to 388 million euros. In Fiscal 2024, the dividend payment of 1,373 million euros included the special interim dividend paid in August 2024 for 918 million euros related to the sale of Sofinsod, in addition to the ordinary dividend paid in December 2024 for the previous fiscal year which included Pluxee's contribution.

Increase in net debt for the period amounted to 87 million euros.

1.2.2 Condensed consolidated statement of financial position at August 31, 2025

(in million euros)

AUGUST 31, 2025

AUGUST 31, 2024

(in million euros)

AUGUST 31, 2025

AUGUST 31, 2024

Non-current assets

8,524

8,627

Shareholders’ equity

3,786

3,782

Current assets excluding cash

4,234

4,233

Non-controlling interests

13

16

Non-current liabilities

5,212

5,304

Cash and cash equivalent

2,091

2,137

Current liabilities

5,838

5,914

Asset held for sale

—

27

Liabilities held for sale

—

8

TOTAL ASSETS

14,849

15,024

TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY

14,849

15,024

(in million euros)

AUGUST 31, 2025

AUGUST 31, 2024

Gross debt

4,777

4,734

Net debt

2,687

2,600

Gearing ratio

71%

68%

Net Debt ratio (Net Debt/EBITDA)

1.8x

1.7x

As of August 31, 2025, net debt stood at 2.7 billion euros, compared with 2.6 billion euros at the end of Fiscal 2024. With EBITDA up 2% year-on-year, the net debt-to-EBITDA ratio stood at 1.8x, versus 1.7x as of August 31, 2024. Gearing rose by 3 points to 71%.

During the fiscal year, the 700 million euros bond maturing in April 2025, carrying a 0.75% coupon, was repaid.

On May 27, 2025, Sodexo Inc. successfully completed a USD 1.1 billion bond issuance in two tranches: USD 600 million maturing in August 2030 (5.15% coupon) and USD 500 million maturing in August 2035 (5.8% coupon). The issuance was nearly 7 times oversubscribed, reflecting strong investor demand. As part of a cash tender offer, a portion of the net proceeds from this bond issuance was used to repurchase USD 172.3 million of the Group's outstanding 2026 notes (1.634% coupon), representing 34.5% of the tranche.

At year-end, the Group's blended costs of debt was 2.7%, compared to 1.8% at the end of Fiscal 2024.

Gross debt totaled 4.8 billion euros, of which 53% denominated in euros, 40% in U.S. dollars and 7% in sterling, with an average maturity of 3.7 years. Debt was 95% fixed-rate and entirely covenant-free.

Operating cash amounted to 2,1 billion euros. Unused credit lines totaled 1.75 billion euros, with a 5-year maturity.

1.2.3 Earnings per share

Earnings per share (EPS) from continuing operations was 4.76 euros compared to 5.04 euros in Fiscal 2024. The weighted average number of shares for Fiscal 2025 was at 146,014,551 compared to 146,451,943 shares for Fiscal 2024. Underlying EPS increased to 5.37 euros compared to the prior year at 5.29 euros.

1.2.4 Proposed dividend

The Board proposes an ordinary dividend of 2.70 euros, in line with the Group policy of a 50% pay-out ratio based on underlying net income.

1.2.5 Currency effect

Exchange rate fluctuations do not generate operational risks, because each subsidiary bills its revenues and incurs its expenses in the same currency.

€1=

AVERAGE
RATE FY 2025

AVERAGE
RATE FY 2024

AVERAGE
RATE FY 2025
VS. FY 2024

CLOSING RATE
AT 08/31/2025

CLOSING RATE
AT 08/31/2024

CLOSING RATE
08/31/2025
VS. 08/31/2024

U.S. dollar

1.100

1.082

-1.6%

1.166

1.109

-4.9%

Pound Sterling

0.842

0.857

+1.9%

0.867

0.841

-3.0%

Brazilian real

6.295

5.543

-11.9%

6.325

6.216

-1.7%

In Fiscal 2025, revenues were impacted by a -1.8% currency effect, primarily reflecting the depreciation of the U.S. dollar against the euro since the beginning of the year. The weakening of several Latin American currencies, particularly the Brazilian real, also contributed to the negative impact.

As of end of Fiscal 2025, the Group operates in 43 countries. The percentage of total revenues and Underlying operating profit denominated in the main currencies is as follows:

FISCAL 2025

% OF REVENUES

% OF UNDERLYING
OPERATING PROFIT

U.S. dollar

44%

60%

Euro

23%

3%

UK pound Sterling

9%

10%

Brazilian real

4%

7%

The currency effect is determined by applying the previous year's average exchange rates to the current year figures.

1.2.6 Outlook

For Fiscal 2026, in line with current operational priorities, Sodexo provides the following outlook:

  • Organic revenue growth to be between +1.5% and +2.5%, reflecting a minimum +2% contribution from pricing, neutral to moderate contribution from both like-for-like volume and net new business, and a one-off reclassification triggered by the renewal of a large contract;

  • Underlying operating profit margin to be slightly lower than Fiscal 2025, reflecting the mix and phasing of our growth drivers and targeted investments to enhance our Group’s foundations for sustainable development.

1.2.7 Subsequent events.

No major events have occurred since the closing of Fiscal year 2025.

1.2.8 Alternative Performance Measure definitions

Blended cost of debt

The blended cost of debt is calculated at period end and is the weighted blended financing rate on borrowings (including derivative financial instruments and commercial papers) and cash pooling balances at period end.

Financial ratios

Please refer to Chapter 4, note 4.3.1.

Free cash flow

Please refer to the section entitled Consolidated financial position.

Growth excluding currency effect

The currency effect is determined by applying the previous year’s average exchange rates to the current year figures except in hyper-inflationary economies where all figures are converted at the latest closing rate for both periods when the impact is significant.

For Türkiye, despite being in hyperinflation, the average exchange rates of the previous period are used due to the lack of materiality.

Net debt

Net debt is defined as Group borrowing at the balance sheet date, less operating cash.

Organic growth

Organic growth corresponds to the increase in revenue for a given period (the “current period”) compared to the revenue reported for the same period of the prior fiscal year, calculated using the exchange rate for the prior fiscal year; and excluding the impact of business acquisitions (or gain of control) and divestments, as follows:

  • for businesses acquired (or gain of control) during the current period, revenue generated since the acquisition date is excluded from the organic growth calculation;

  • for businesses acquired (or gain of control) during the prior fiscal year, revenue generated during the current period up until the first anniversary date of the acquisition is excluded;

  • for businesses divested (or loss of control) during the prior fiscal year, revenue generated in the comparative period of the prior fiscal year until the divestment date is excluded;

  • for businesses divested (or loss of control) during the current fiscal year, revenue generated in the period commencing 12 months before the divestment date up to the end of the comparative period of the prior fiscal year is excluded.

Underlying net profit

Underlying net profit presents a net income excluding significant unusual and/or infrequent elements. Therefore, it corresponds to the Net Income Group share excluding Other Income and Expense and significant non-recurring elements in both Net Financial Expense and Income Tax Expense where relevant.

Underlying net profit per share

Underlying net profit per share presents the Underlying net profit divided by the average number of shares.

Underlying operating profit margin

The Underlying operating profit margin corresponds to Underlying operating profit divided by revenues.

Underlying operating profit margin at constant rates

The Underlying operating profit margin at constant rates corresponds to Underlying operating profit divided by revenues, calculated by converting 2025 figures at Fiscal 2024 rates, except for countries with hyperinflationary economies.

Inter-segment restatements

Some contracts or operations have been reallocated between segments, with main impacts in North America between Healthcare Seniors and Business & Administrations.

Restated revenue breakdown for Fiscal 2024:

REVENUES
(in million euros)

Fiscal 2024

Q1 2024

Q2 2024

Q3 2024

Q4 2024

Published

Restated

Published

Restated

Published

Restated

Published

Restated

Published

Restated

North America

11,111

11,111

3,030

3,030

2,726

2,726

2,904

2,904

2,451

2,451

Business & Administrations

3,036

2,904

1,081

703

735

701

780

743

786

757

Sodexo Live!(1)

1,428

1,428

—

346

330

330

388

388

364

364

Healthcare & Seniors

3,411

3,522

849

875

838

867

869

900

855

880

Education

3,236

3,257

1,100

1,106

823

828

867

873

446

450

Europe

8,448

8,448

2,196

2,196

2,058

2,058

2,096

2,096

2,098

2,098

Business & Administrations

4,681

4,676

1,377

1,184

1,171

1,170

1,179

1,178

1,146

1,144

Sodexo Live!(1)

750

750

—

192

132

132

137

137

289

289

Healthcare & Seniors

1,885

1,890

490

491

460

461

466

467

469

471

Education

1,132

1,132

329

329

295

295

314

314

194

194

Rest of the World

4,239

4,239

1,061

1,061

1,030

1,030

1,074

1,074

1,074

1,074

Business & Administrations

3,694

3,694

927

917

904

903

932

932

942

942

Sodexo Live!(1)

46

46

—

10

11

12

12

12

12

12

Healthcare & Seniors

337

337

91

91

79

79

82

82

85

85

Education

162

162

43

43

36

36

48

48

35

35

Sodexo

23,798

23,798

6,287

6,287

5,814

5,814

6,074

6,074

5,623

5,623

(1) Since the first half of 2024, the Group has been reporting Sodexo Live! revenue separately; it was previously included in the Business & Administrations segment.

******************

Fiscal 2025 Condensed consolidated financial statements

Notes to the Financial Statements will be found in the Universal Registration Document to be soon published

2.1 Consolidated income statement

(in millions of euros)

NOTES

FISCAL  2025

FISCAL 2024

Revenues

4.1

24,074

23,798

Cost of sales

4.2

(21,241)

(20,953)

Gross profit

2,833

2,845

Selling, general and administrative costs

4.2

(1,699)

(1,741)

Share of profit of companies accounted for using the equity method that directly contribute to the Group’s business

8

5

5

Underlying operating profit

4.1

1,139

1,109

Other operating income

4.2

21

91

Other operating expenses

4.2

(175)

(149)

Operating profit

985

1,051

Financial income

12.1

90

120

Financial expenses

12.1

(178)

(183)

Share of profit of other companies accounted for using the equity method

8

7

8

Profit before tax

904

996

Income tax expense

9.2

(198)

(249)

Net profit from continuing operations

706

747

Net profit from discontinued operations

—

(568)

Net profit

706

179

Of which:

Profit attributable to non-controlling interests

11

11

Net profit from continuing operations – Attributable to non-controlling interests

11

9

Net profit from discontinued operations – Attributable to non-controlling interests

—

2

PROFIT ATTRIBUTABLE TO EQUITY HOLDERS OF THE PARENT

695

168

Net profit from continuing operations – Attributable to equity holders of the parent

695

738

Net profit from discontinued operations – Attributable to equity holders of the parent

—

(570)

Basic earnings per share (in euros)

11.2

4.76

1.15

from continuing operations – Attributable to equity holders of the parent (in euros per share)

4.76

5.04

from discontinued operations – Attributable to equity holders of the parent (in euros per share)

—

(3.89)

Diluted earnings per share (in euros)

11.2

4.71

1.13

from continuing operations – Attributable to equity holders of the parent (in euros per share)

4.71

4.98

from discontinued operations – Attributable to equity holders of the parent (in euros per share)

—

(3.85)

2.2 Consolidated statement of comprehensive income

(in millions of euros)

NOTES

FISCAL  2025

FISCAL 2024

NET PROFIT

706

179

Items of other comprehensive income that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss

(230)

412

Change in fair value of derivatives hedging instruments

12.5 and 11.1

—

—

Change in fair value of derivatives hedging instruments reclassified to profit or loss

12.5 and 11.1

—

—

Exchange differences

11.1

(218)

(121)

Exchange differences reclassified to profit or loss

11.1

(12)

533

Tax on items of other comprehensive income that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss

11.1

—

—

Share of other items of comprehensive income (loss) of companies accounted for using the equity method, net of tax

11.1 and 8

—

—

Items of other comprehensive income that will not be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss

—

153

Remeasurement of defined benefit plan obligation

5.1 and 11.1

2

(34)

Change in fair value of financial assets remeasured through other comprehensive income*

12.3 and 11.1

—

186

Tax on items of other comprehensive income that will not be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss

11.1

(2)

1

TOTAL OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS), AFTER TAX

(230)

565

COMPREHENSIVE INCOME FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS

476

772

COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) FROM DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS

—

(28)

COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

476

744

Of which:

Attributable to equity holders of the parent

466

733

Comprehensive income from continuing operations – Attributable to equity holders of the parent

466

762

Comprehensive income from discontinued operations – Attributable to equity holders of the parent

—

(29)

Attributable to non-controlling interests

10

11

Comprehensive income from continuing operations – Attributable to non-controlling interests

10

9

Comprehensive income from discontinued operations – Attributable to non-controlling interests

—

2

* Including for Fiscal 2024 the remeasurement at fair value of the financial assets of Pluxee (formerly the Benefits & Rewards Services activity) reclassified as assets held for sale or distribution prior to the spin-off.

2.3 Consolidated statement of financial position

Assets

(in millions of euros)

NOTES

AUGUST 31, 2025

AUGUST 31, 2024

Goodwill

6.1

5,404

5,564

Other intangible assets

6.2

507

436

Property, plant and equipment

6.3

571

552

Right-of-use assets

7.2

616

673

Client investments

4.4

698

712

Investments in companies accounted for using the equity method

8

71

71

Non-current financial assets

12.3 and 12.5

383

358

Other non-current assets

120

62

Deferred tax assets

9.3

154

199

NON-CURRENT ASSETS

8,524

8,627

Current financial assets

12.3 and 12.5

45

61

Inventories

304

322

Income tax receivable

130

148

Trade receivables and other current operating assets

4.3

3,755

3,702

Cash and cash equivalents

12.2

2,091

2,137

Assets held for sale

—

27

CURRENT ASSETS

6,325

6,397

TOTAL ASSETS

14,849

15,024

Shareholders’ equity and liabilities

(in millions of euros)

NOTES

AUGUST 31, 2025

AUGUST 31, 2024

Share capital

590

590

Additional paid-in capital

248

248

Reserves and retained earnings

2,948

2,944

EQUITY ATTRIBUTABLE TO EQUITY HOLDERS OF THE PARENT

3,786

3,782

NON-CONTROLLING INTERESTS

13

16

TOTAL SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY

11.1

3,799

3,798

Non-current borrowings

12.4 and 12.5

3,962

4,011

Non-current lease liabilities

7.1

509

581

Employee benefits

5.1

259

274

Other non-current liabilities

4.3

256

181

Non-current provisions

10.1

95

108

Deferred tax liabilities

9.3

131

149

NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES

5,212

5,304

Bank overdrafts

12.2

1

3

Current borrowings

12.4 and 12.5

819

725

Current lease liabilities

7.1

155

147

Income tax payable

135

325

Current provisions

10.1

58

66

Trade and other payables

4.3

4,670

4,648

Liabilities directly associated with assets held for sale

—

8

CURRENT LIABILITIES

5,838

5,922

TOTAL SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY AND LIABILITIES

14,849

15,024

2.4 Consolidated cash flow statement

(in millions of euros)

NOTES

FISCAL  2025

FISCAL 2024

Operating profit

985

1,051

Depreciation, amortization and impairment of intangible assets, property, plant and equipment
and right-of-use assets(1)

490

470

Payment of client investments during the year(2)

(167)

(147)

Amortization of client investments during the year(2)

4.4

131

135

Provisions

(16)

(32)

(Gains) losses on disposals and dilution

(10)

(83)

Other non-cash items

28

29

Dividends received from companies accounted for using the equity method

8

10

7

Interest paid(3)

(116)

(148)

Interest received(3)

72

111

Interest paid on lease liabilities

(26)

(23)

Income tax paid

(348)

(179)

Operating cash flow

1,033

1,191

Change in inventories

9

(2)

Change in trade receivables and other current operating assets

(249)

(213)

Change in trade and other payables

171

172

Change in working capital relating to operating activities

(69)

(43)

Net cash provided by/(used in) operating activities – continuing operations

964

1,148

Net cash provided by/(used in) operating activities – discontinued operations

—

172

NET CASH PROVIDED BY/(USED IN) OPERATING ACTIVITIES

964

1,320

Acquisitions of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets

(333)

(358)

Disposals of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets

16

35

Change in financial assets and share of companies consolidated by the equity method

20

35

Acquisition of subsidiaries, net of cash acquired

3

(104)

(92)

Disposal of subsidiaries, net of cash transferred

3

11

1,073

Net cash provided by/(used in) investing activities – continuing operations

(390)

693

Net cash provided by/(used in) investing activities – discontinued operations

—

(1,740)

NET CASH USED IN INVESTING ACTIVITIES

(390)

(1,047)

Dividends paid to Sodexo S.A. shareholders

11.1

(388)

(1,373)

Dividends paid to non-controlling shareholders of consolidated companies

(14)

(4)

Purchases of treasury shares

11.1

(83)

(51)

Sales of treasury shares

11.1

(4)

(1)

Change in non-controlling interests

—

—

Proceeds from borrowings

12.4

1,838

389

Repayment of borrowings

12.4

(1,691)

(1,212)

Repayments of lease liabilities

7.1

(188)

(165)

Net cash provided by/(used in) financing activities – continuing operations

(530)

(2,417)

Net cash provided by/(used in) financing activities – discontinued operations

—

1,065

NET CASH PROVIDED BY/(USED IN) FINANCING ACTIVITIES

(530)

(1,352)

NET EFFECT OF EXCHANGE RATES AND OTHER EFFECTS ON CASH

(88)

(17)

Net effect of exchange rates and other effects on cash – continuing operations

(88)

9

Net effect of exchange rates and other effects on cash – discontinued operations

—

(26)

CHANGE IN NET CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS

(44)

(1,096)

NET CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, BEGINNING OF YEAR

2,134

3,230

of which Net cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year – continuing operations

2,134

2,025

of which Net cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year – discontinued operations

—

1,205

NET CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, END OF YEAR

12.2

2,090

2,134

of which Net cash and cash equivalents, end of year – continuing operations

2,090

2,134

of which Net cash and cash equivalents, end of year – discontinued operations

—

—

(1) Including 197 million euros corresponding to the depreciation of right-of-use assets recognized in Fiscal 2025 in accordance with IFRS 16 (179 million euros recognized in Fiscal 2024).
(2) As from the first half of Fiscal 2025, payments and amortization of client investments are reported separately.
Previously, they were reported as a change in client investments. This change in presentation has been reflected in the comparative information for Fiscal 2024.
(3) As from the first half of Fiscal 2025, interest received and interest paid are reported separately.
Previously, they were reported as net interest expense paid. This change in presentation has been reflected in the comparative information for Fiscal 2024.

2.5 Consolidated statement of changes in shareholders’ equity

(in millions of euros)

NUMBER OF SHARES OUTSTANDING

SHARE CAPITAL

ADDITIONAL PAID-IN CAPITAL

CONSOLIDATED RESERVES

CURRENCY TRANSLATION RESERVE

TOTAL SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY

ATTRIBUTABLE TO EQUITY HOLDERS OF THE PARENT

NON-CONTROLLING INTERESTS

TOTAL

Notes

11.1

11.1

SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
AS OF AUGUST 31, 2024

147,454,887

590

248

3,342

(399)

3,782

16

3,798

Net profit

695

695

11

706

Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax

—

(229)

(229)

(1)

(230)

Comprehensive income

695

(229)

466

10

476

Dividends paid

(388)

(388)

(8)

(396)

Treasury share transactions

(87)

(87)

(87)

Share-based payment (net of income tax)

33

33

33

Change in ownership interest without any change of control

—

—

—

—

Other

(20)

(20)

(5)

(25)

SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
AS OF AUGUST 31, 2025

147,454,887

590

248

3,575

(628)

3,786

13

3,799

(in millions of euros)

NUMBER OF SHARES OUTSTANDING

SHARE CAPITAL

ADDITIONAL PAID-IN CAPITAL

CONSOLIDATED RESERVES

CURRENCY TRANSLATION RESERVE

TOTAL SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY

ATTRIBUTABLE TO EQUITY HOLDERS OF THE PARENT

NON-CONTROLLING INTERESTS

TOTAL

Notes

11.1

11.1

SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
AS OF AUGUST 31, 2023

147,454,887

590

248

4,514

(811)

4,542

12

4,554

Net profit

168

168

11

179

Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax*

153

412

565

—

565

Comprehensive income

321

412

733

11

744

Dividends paid

(1,373)

(1,373)

(4)

(1,377)

Distribution of Pluxee shares

(96)

(96)

(7)

(103)

Treasury share transactions

(52)

(52)

(52)

Share-based payment (net of income tax)

37

37

37

Change in ownership interest without any change of control

(9)

(9)

(4)

(13)

Other

—

—

8

8

SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
AS OF AUGUST 31, 2024

147,454,887

590

248

3,342

(399)

3,782

16

3,798

2.6 Financial ratios

FISCAL 2025

FISCAL 2024

Gearing ratio

Borrowings (A) – operating cash (B)

70.7%

68.5%

Shareholders’ equity and non-controlling interests

Net debt ratio 

Borrowings (A) – operating cash (B)

1.8

1.7

Underlying EBITDA (underlying operating profit before impairment, depreciation and amortization) (C)

Debt coverage

Borrowings

4 years

3.5 years

Operating cash flow*

Financial independence

Non current borrowings

104.2%

105.6%

Shareholders’ equity and non-controlling interests

ROE (Return on equity)

Profit attributable to equity holders of the parent

22.5%

20.4%

Shareholders' equity attributable to equity holders of the parent (before profit for the year)

ROCE (Return on capital employed) 

Underlying operating profit after tax

13.5%

12.9%

Average capital employed

Interest cover

Operating profit

15.1

14.8

Net borrowing cost

* Operating cash flow as defined in the activity report in note 3.3 (chapter 3 of URD) for Fiscal 2025 and 2024.

Financial ratios have been calculated based on the following key indicators:

(in millions of euros)

FISCAL 2025

FISCAL 2024

(A) Borrowings(1)





Non current borrowings

3,962

4,011

+Current borrowings

819

725

- Derivative financial instruments recognized as assets

(4)

(2)

BORROWINGS

4,777

4,734

(B) Operating cash



Cash and cash equivalents

2,091

2,137

- Bank overdrafts

(1)

(3)

OPERATING CASH

2,090

2,134

(C) Underlying EBITDA







Underlying operating profit

1,139

1,109

+ Impairment, depreciation and amortization

454

434

+ Client investment amortization

131

135

- Lease payments

(214)

(189)

UNDERLYING EBITDA (UNDERLYING OPERATING PROFIT BEFORE IMPAIRMENT, DEPRECIATION AND AMORTIZATION)

1,510

1,489

(D) Underlying operating profit after tax



Underlying operating profit

1,139

1,109

Underlying effective tax rate(4)

25.0%

26.0%

UNDERLYING OPERATING PROFIT AFTER TAX

854

821

(E) Average capital employed(2)















Property, plant and equipment

562

531

+ Right-of-use assets

645

730

+ Lease liabilities

(696)

(780)

+ Goodwill

5,484

5,566

+ Other intangible assets

472

442

+ Client investments

705

700

+ Working capital excluding financial assets

(860)

(916)

+ Impact of assets held for sale(3)

10

79

AVERAGE CAPITAL EMPLOYED

6,320

6,352

(1)The Group does not believe the accounting treatment introduced by IFRS 16 modifies the operating nature of its leases. Accordingly, to ensure the Group’s performance measures continue to best reflect its operating performance, the Group considers repayments of lease liabilities as operating items with an impact on free cash flow, integrating all lease payments (fixed or variable). As a result, lease liabilities are excluded from borrowings.
(2)Average capital employed between the beginning and the end of the year.
(3)Reinstatement of the capital employed of the entity Denali Universal, LLC in the United States which was reclassified in assets held for sale and related liabilities as of August 31, 2024.
(4) The underlying effective tax rate is calculated as follows:

(in millions of euros)

FISCAL 2025

FISCAL 2024

PROFIT BEFORE TAX EXCLUDING SHARE OF PROFIT OF COMPANIES ACCOUNTED FOR USING THE EQUITY METHOD

INCOME TAX EXPENSE

RATE

PROFIT BEFORE TAX EXCLUDING SHARE OF PROFIT OF COMPANIES ACCOUNTED FOR USING THE EQUITY METHOD

INCOME TAX EXPENSE

RATE

EFFECTIVE

892

(198)

22.2%

983

(249)

25.4%

Adjustments:

Restructuring costs

97

(25)

69

(18)

Impairment losses and amortization of intangible assets relating to client relationships and trademarks

35

(9)

35

(9)

Recognition of deferred taxes

—

(16)

—

(71)

Other

22

(14)

(45)

77

UNDERLYING

1,046

(261)

25.0%

1,041

(270)

26.0%

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