C&C Group Plc (DE:GCC)
FRANKFURT:GCC
Earnings Data
Report Date
Oct 22, 2026Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2027 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
―Last Year’s EPS
0.07Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 2 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Q4 2026
Earnings Call Date:May 19, 2026|
% Change Since:
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Negative
The call contained meaningful operational and strategic progress — improved branded performance, leadership renewal, data and cost allocation initiatives, and portfolio expansion — but these positives were outweighed by material financial setbacks: group revenue decline (‑6%), a sharp fall in distribution profitability (c.‑37%), large exceptional costs (EUR 40.7m), working capital outflows and an increase in net debt (EUR 40.5m). Management has clear remedial plans, yet the near‑term financial position and sector headwinds dominate the narrative.Company Guidance
Branded Revenue Growth
Branded revenue increased 4% year‑on‑year to EUR 310.0m, driven by strong performance from Tennent's and Bulmers despite wider market weakness.
Branded Operating Profit and Margin Expansion
Branded operating profit rose from EUR 46.1m to EUR 51.0m and branded margin improved by 1.1 percentage points to 16.5%, reflecting efficiency gains, lower costs and stronger trading discipline.
Free Cash Flow Generation (Pre‑Exceptionals)
Group free cash flow before exceptionals of EUR 45.3m was generated, supported by adjusted EBITDA of EUR 104.0m (down EUR 7.7m year‑on‑year).
Strong Brand Performance and Innovation
Tennent's maintained market share in Scotland and became a top‑10 GB lager by volume; Tennent's limited edition and summer innovations performed well. Bulmers flavours grew 10% and Bulmers Zero volumes rose 24%, with a 33% share of the 0.0 cider category in the Republic of Ireland.
Portfolio Expansion and Integration
Acquisition of Innis & Gunn (March) successfully integrated into the group's commercial and supply chain infrastructure with low executional risk; Drygate and other premium additions broaden the premium portfolio.
Operational and Strategic Stabilisation
Major leadership refresh (~70% of senior team replaced), rollout of a 'data DNA' integration program and a dynamic cost allocation model to improve transparency, decision‑making and execution across the group.
Service Improvement
Management reported industry‑leading customer service and stable operating platform delivery (notably near‑flawless execution during the festive period), indicating improved operational reliability.
Capital Return and Dividend
Shareholder returns in FY2026 totalled EUR 38.2m (EUR 23.1m dividends and EUR 15.1m buybacks); proposed full year dividend EUR 0.0575 (final EUR 0.0367) and EUR 105m returned to shareholders since FY2025 start.
DE:GCC Earnings History
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Beat
Missed
DE:GCC Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
May 19, 2026 | €1.14 | €1.13 | -0.88% |
Oct 23, 2025 | €1.44 | €1.45 | +0.62% |
May 28, 2025 | €1.65 | €1.70 | +3.40% |
Oct 29, 2024 | €1.72 | €1.63 | -4.83% |
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C&C Group Plc (DE:GCC) is schdueled to report earning on Oct 22, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
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