Overall Revenue Growth
Group sales grew by 5.1% with growth in all operating segments, and adjusted operating profit increased by 1.6%.
Market Share Gains
Tesco continued to grow market share in the UK, now over 28%, and achieved consistent gains for over 2 years.
Strong Online Performance
UK online sales grew by 11.4%, with a market share gain of 112 basis points, and the Whoosh rapid delivery service grew by 60%.
Net Promoter Score Improvement
Net Promoter Score reached its highest level in 6 years, indicating improved customer satisfaction.
Clubcard Engagement
Clubcard penetration is around 85% across the group, with new partnerships and benefits enhancing customer engagement.
Sustainability Initiatives
Continued investment in sustainability, including procurement of renewable electricity and initiatives to support UK farming.
Strong Cash Generation
GBP 1.3 billion of free cash flow was generated in the half, with a buyback program returning half of the GBP 700 million proceeds from the sale of banking operations.