Sapphire Foods India Ltd (SAPPHIRE) Q3FY26 Concall Summary - Dec-2025 Qtr
Performance Overview
- The company reported a significant improvement in profitability in Q3, primarily driven by the strong performance of the KFC business, which saw its restaurant EBITDA margin reach 18.8%.
- Overall revenue grew by a modest 7%, reflecting a mixed performance across its brands: KFC grew by 11%, while Pizza Hut saw a decline of 11%. The Sri Lankan business, however, continued its strong trajectory with a 15% growth.
- Strategic initiatives, particularly the introduction of a 99 crisper meal for KFC in select stores, have shown positive early traction, contributing to an improved Same-Store Sales Growth (SSSG) trend in January, which is tracking above the Q3 SSSG of 1%.
- The Pizza Hut brand continues to face challenges, with a net zero store addition for the calendar year and a negative SSSG of -12%. However, the Tamil Nadu market remains a bright spot, delivering double-digit delta performance due to an exclusive market presence and focused marketing investments.
- The company achieved a global ESG rating score of 73 out of 100, positioning it as the number one QSR brand in India and among the top three globally in ESG standards for the fourth consecutive year.
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