Fuller, Smith & Turner P.L.C. — Cyborg Score 7/10

Solid
Hospitality & Pubs

Strategic Profile

In its financial year ending 28 March 2026, Fuller's delivered revenue of £397.8 million (up 5.7%), with like-for-like sales across its Managed Pubs and Hotels division increasing 4.9%, driving adjusted profit before tax 28% higher to £34.6 million. The group leverages the resilience of its predominantly freehold estate and disciplined capital allocation through share buybacks and balance sheet management, supported by a property estate valued at approximately £991 million.

Cyborg Score Rationale

Financial performance is solid, though improvements in free cash flow and return on equity could enhance the outlook, with valuation providing a balanced risk-reward profile. The score is tempered by 2026 margin pressure and historically volatile cash conversion. The company demonstrates strong operational momentum and dividend growth.

Top Insights

  • (January 2026) Revenue reached £397.8 million (up 5.7% YoY) with adjusted PBT up 28% to £34.6 million
  • (January 2026) Raised total dividend by 7% to 21.20p on back of 38% adjusted EPS growth
  • (January 2026) Invested £32.2 million across portfolio including freehold acquisitions in central London
  • (June 2026) Analyst consensus leans positive with 5 buy recommendations and 27.7% upside potential to price target

Named Competitors

  • Young & Co.'s Brewery — UK pub and brewery operator
  • Wetherspoon — Large-scale hospitality operator

Recent Developments

  • (January 2026) FY2026 results: revenue £397.8m (+5.7%), adjusted PBT £34.6m (+28%), EPS +38%, dividend +7% to 21.20p
  • (January 2026) Like-for-like sales growth of 5.3% YTD driven by strong Christmas/New Year performance
  • (June 2026) Full-year results announcement for 52 weeks to 28 March 2026
  • (June 2026) Ongoing share buyback programme, repurchasing 5,000 shares at 726p

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