Young’s reports 4.7% like-for-like sales increase

Ahead of its annual results London-based pub with rooms operator Young’s has announced a 4.7% increase in like-for-like sales for the year to 30 March 2026.

The group, which also confirmed the acquisition of Cubitt House London Pubs, said that its managed house revenue was also up 4.6% for the 52-week period. As a result, it added that full year trading was due to be in line with expectations.

Young’s said that despite the well publicised challenges facing the sector, its strategy of operating a premium pub estate, alongside its hedging programme, meant it was well-positioned to achieve expected profits.

The acquisition of eight Cubitt House pubs completed on 22 April and Young’s said the deal aligned with its strategy to selectively expand the business, adding that it would now ermbark on a period of integration.

Chief executive Simon Dodd, CEO: “Our proven strategy of operating premium, well-invested pubs continue to deliver strong resilient results. Another year of strong performance demonstrates that, even amid ongoing pressures and uncertainty, customers continue to choose Young’s pubs, consistently attracted by the quality of our offer and the environments created by our brilliant teams.

“The acquisition of Cubitt House further demonstrates this strategy. We are delighted to welcome this exceptional collection of pubs and their teams to the Young’s family as we enter a new era on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange.”