Latest Franchise Networks News

Cooks Coffee lifted UK and Ireland store sales 22.8% to NZ$95.8 million in FY26, with EBITDA up 14% to NZ$1.39 million. Despite operational growth and debt reduction, net liabilities and liquidity pressures raise material going concern doubts.

Cooks Coffee posted a 22.8% jump in UK and Ireland store sales for FY26, driving a 27% lift in normalised EBITDA. The company confirmed new store openings in Dubai and India, signalling a push into fast-growing international markets.

Kip McGrath Education Centres has revised down its FY26 guidance following weaker-than-expected second-half revenue and earnings, driven by falling lesson numbers and a strong Australian dollar.

Viva Leisure has lifted its FY26 net profit after tax guidance by more than 130%, driven by strong margins and a booming technology segment, while reaffirming revenue and EBITDA targets.

Kip McGrath Education Centres Limited reported a 15.4% rise in profit after tax for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by pricing and operational efficiencies despite a 5% drop in lesson volumes. The company also declared a fully franked interim dividend and completed a share buyback amid leadership changes.

Viva Leisure has announced a year-long on-market share buy-back program targeting up to 10% of its issued shares, aiming to capitalise on market volatility and reinforce its strong cash flow outlook.

Viva Leisure Limited has reported a robust half-year performance for the period ending 31 December 2025, with revenues climbing 17.6% and profit after tax soaring by 167.8%. The company’s strategic focus on franchise expansion and technology innovation is driving growth.

Viva Leisure has reported a striking 168% jump in net profit after tax for HY2026, driven by strong revenue growth and a booming technology segment. The company’s strategic shift towards technology and network optimisation is paying off, with cash flow and membership numbers also on the rise.

RMA Global Limited has rebranded RateMyAgent to Renowned, integrating Curated Social to enhance its real estate marketing platform. The company’s strategic pivot in the US is paying off with record brokerage deals and strong revenue growth.

Cash Converters has completed a $37.1 million acquisition of 29 franchise stores across Australia’s East Coast, aiming to boost earnings and operational efficiency from year one.

Joyce Group reported solid FY25 results with strong revenue growth and a 20% expansion in KWB showrooms, alongside a key leadership transition at KWB.

Cash Converters International Limited (ASX – CCV) has announced a fully underwritten $25 million equity raising to finance the acquisition of a 29-store Australian franchise network, aiming to expand its corporate footprint and accelerate growth.