Results are out guys:
Highlights
Net sales increase 80% to 3.8M against prior year same period. (Increase 50%
at constant exchange rates).
Number of stores trading at 31 March 2005 - 36 (2004 - 22). Currently 38 with a
further 15 under contract or with terms agreed.
Like-for-like sales growth 6% for 12 months to 31 March 2005.
Combined trading subsidiary EBITDA grew 251% to 0.35M for 12 months to 31
March 2005. (2004 - 0.10M at constant exchange rates).
Czech Republic market opened with 3 stores trading at 31 March 2005.
Acquisition of leading Latvian coffee bar chain with 7 stores initiated and
completed June 2005.
Significant progress made in moving coffeeheaven towards becoming a leading
branded coffee/sandwich bar chain in Central Europe.
Richard Worthington, Executive Chairman commented:
"With continued progress in Poland and the opening of two new markets during
the year, coffeeheaven remains on track to become a leading coffee bar brand
in Central Europe.
The current year has started well. Strong economic growth across much of Central
Europe, fuelled by European Union funding, is providing a powerful driver for
our business. We are pleased to have secured entry arrangements for two further
exciting new markets - Bulgaria and Romania."
The start of the Chairman's statement goes:
"The year under review has been a success. Growth in sales revenues and operating cash flows was strong and the Group reached a number of important milestones towards the achievement of its long-term objectives."
It looks as though COH have finally turned the corner into becoming a highly profitable company.
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