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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Disposal of
Update on H1 2025 financial performance
Pursuant to our strategy to simplify the Group and expedite progress towards a net cash balance sheet,
Claremont is a leading
Financially, Claremont has delivered a significant return, through cash generation since acquisition plus disposal proceeds. Operationally, Claremont step-changed Myprotein's flavour capabilities and this key relationship will be protected through both a long-term supply contract and the broader, international capabilities of
Financial impact
· The cash disposal proceeds will contribute towards reducing net leverage and borrowing costs in line with THG's capital allocation strategy targeting a neutral net cash / net debt position.
· Claremont's FY 2024 revenue was c.£14m[2] with limited seasonality. Similarly, adjusted EBITDA contribution was c.
· Group FY 2025 EBITDA and FY 2026 EBITDA are anticipated to be reduced by c.
H1 2025 financial highlights
· The Group's interim results will be published in
· H1 2025 adjusted EBITDA of c.£24m[3] (H1 2024:
· Cash and available facilities of c.£278m[4], following the Q1 2025 refinancing which substantially reduced gross debt.
· Net debt of c.
Strategic update, H2 2025 and FY 2026
· Given whey price stability, rising nutrition consumer prices and Myprotein's structurally advantaged business model,
· Whilst H2 gross margins are in solid growth vs H1 2025, to prioritise long-term market share gains and customer loyalty, Myprotein will limit price increases in H2 2025, enabling further acceleration of its installed base in global offline retail from c.34,000 doors today, towards a target of 100,000.
· This opportunistic pricing approach is in line with prior discussions with shareholders and will underpin market share growth and operating leverage for the full financial year 2026.
· This customer-first strategic initiative will be supported by investment of approximately
· H2 has also started well for THG Beauty, with an improved revenue growth rate.
"Claremont has been a huge success, building Myprotein's global licensing franchise from a standing start to partnering with category leading brands in just a few years.
"After receiving a highly competitive offer, the timing was right to realise that value. The level of interest we received is a testament to the quality of the business.
"This disposal highlights the significant value embedded across THG's portfolio. My sincere thanks go to the entire Claremont team for their fantastic contribution and hard work."
"Finally, the decisions we are taking as a business to support our customers and grow Myprotein's market share aligns clearly with our wider strategy to streamline the Group and focus on our core strengths, whilst maintaining a strong balance sheet."
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Notes to editors
THG Beauty operates prominent online platforms including
[1] Excluding cash acquired.
[2] Including
[3]Unaudited and subject to interim review by the Groups' auditors.
[4] Balance reflects c.