Operating profit grew by 11.7% to $3.3bn (£2.5bn), driven by new business and renewed contracts. Compass Group announced double-digit operating profit growth with both regions performing strongly. Net new business growth in 4-5% target range for the fourth consecutive year.
Dominic Blakemore, group chief executive, said: “2025 was another strong year for Compass, delivering underlying operating profit growth of nearly 12% on a constant-currency basis, with both regions performing well. Net new business, the cornerstone of our growth, remained firmly within our 4-5% target range for the fourth consecutive year, underpinned by strong new business wins and client retention.
“We are continuing to strengthen our business model, which leverages the flexibility of our bespoke sector portfolio with significant global scale, by investing in high-quality platform acquisitions in Europe. This provides us with further long-term value creation opportunities and follows our established and proven track record of successful M&A in North America, which has unlocked decades of high growth and strong returns.
“Our latest agreement to acquire Vermaat in the Netherlands, an exceptional premium food services business, will further improve our delivery of tailored on-site concepts and innovative retail solutions, as well as bringing exceptional talent. Furthermore, the integration of completed acquisitions is progressing well, and following the conclusion of our disposal programme, are now contributing to profit growth.”