Issy-les-Moulineaux,
- Organic revenue growth of +1.7%
- Underlying operating profit margin of 3.7%, down -140 bps at constant currencies, impacted by both execution challenges and first management actions
- Revised full year Fiscal 2026 guidance reflecting prevailing operating conditions:
- Organic revenue growth between +0.5% and +1%
- Underlying operating profit margin between 3.2% and 3.4%
- Roadmap and mid-term ambition to be presented at an Investor update in
Paris onJuly 16, 2026
At the Board of Directors meeting held on
First half Fiscal 2026 key figures
| (in million euros) | H1 FISCAL 2026 | H1 FISCAL 2025 | CHANGE | CHANGE AT CONSTANT CURRENCIES |
| Revenues | 12,017 | 12,475 | (3.7%) | +1.6% |
| Organic revenue growth | +1.7% | +3.5% | ||
| UNDERLYING OPERATING PROFIT | 442 | 651 | (32.1%) | (26.5%) |
| UNDERLYING OPERATING PROFIT MARGIN | 3.7% | 5.2% | -150bps | -140bps |
| Other operating income & expenses | (130) | (71) | ||
| OPERATING PROFIT | 312 | 580 | (46.2%) | (42.9%) |
| Net financial expense | (64) | (40) | ||
| Tax charge | (64) | (105) | ||
| Effective tax rate(1) | 25.9% | 19.5% | ||
| GROUP NET PROFIT(2) | 188 | 434 | (56.7%) | (54.1%) |
| Basic EPS (in euros) | 1.29 | 2.98 | ||
| GROUP UNDERLYING NET PROFIT | 285 | 450 | (36.7%) | (31.3%) |
| Basic underlying EPS (in euros) | 1.96 | 3.08 | (36.5%) |
(1) ETR based on pre-tax profit excluding share of profit from equity method of
(2) Profit attributable to non-controlling interests were a negative
“My first priority as CEO has been to take a clear and objective view of where we stand and how we move forward.
I am convinced that
That said, we have undeniably underperformed the market and our main competitors. The root causes have been building over time and relate primarily to under-investment and execution: commercial intensity, decision-making and prioritization, and consistency in delivery.
We have conducted a thorough review of our contracts and assets, with short-term financial implications reflected in both our first-half results and in the revised outlook we are setting for Fiscal 2026. This is deliberate and necessary to rebuild a powerful growth engine and restore Group competitiveness at scale.
While we know this will not be an overnight fix, we are moving with a strong sense of urgency on our action plan to restore growth. We have been making significant leadership changes and simplifying the organizational structure in order to accelerate decision-making and raise accountability standards. The entire
We will outline our roadmap and share our mid-term ambition at an Investor update to be held in July."
Highlights of the period
- First half Fiscal 2026 consolidated revenues were at
12.0 billion euros , down -3.7% year-on-year due to a negative foreign exchange effect of -5.3% mainly driven by the US dollar. Based on current spot rates, these currency headwinds are expected to progressively ease in the second half, subject to market conditions. - The impact of acquisitions and disposals was not material in the first half, as the acquisition of Grupo Mediterránea was completed at the very end of February and will contribute more meaningfully in the second half.
- Organic revenue growth was +1.7% in the first half.
- Pricing contributed around +2.4%.
- Like-for-like volume growth was around +0.2%, with active cross-selling in
US Healthcare , and a strong comparable in Sodexo Live! in the first half of last year. - Net new business was at around -0.6%, reflecting prior-year contract losses, mainly in Education and
Corporate Services , particularly inNorth America . - Organic growth was also impacted by a -0.3% effect from a contract reclassification in North America Business & Administrations, following a renegotiation and renewal. The annualized impact of this reclassification is around -100 basis points at Group level with a greater impact in the second half of 2026.
- Food services grew at +0.8% organically, affected by past Education contract losses, while FM services delivered +3.6% growth, driven by new contract ramp-ups in
Europe and Rest of the World. - Organic growth by geography for the First half:
North America : -1.8%, mainly reflecting contract losses in Education and Business & Administrations and, to a lesser extent, changes in scope on certain contracts, alongside the one-off contract reclassification effect. Healthcare & Seniors continued to deliver strong growth driven by new contracts, while Sodexo Live! was softer due to strong prior-year comparables.Europe : +2.8%, supported by Healthcare & Seniors and strong Sodexo Live! activity across airport lounges and events, while Education remained softer.- Rest of the World: +9.2%, driven by new contract ramp-ups and strong underlying dynamics notably in
India ,Australia andBrazil .
- Underlying operating profit was
442 million euros , down -32.1% year-on-year. The underlying operating profit margin declined by -140 basis points at constant currencies to 3.7%, reflecting operational challenges and mix effects, lower operating leverage linked to softer growth dynamics and the acceleration of investments to strengthen execution. It also reflects the effects of the review of contracts and assets, including specific contract-related provisions, in the light of their actual performance and current market conditions. - Other operating income & expenses amounted to
-130 million euros , compared to-71 million euros in the prior year. The increase mainly reflects restructuring and rationalization costs linked to organizational changes, leadership adjustments and transformation projects. The current year also includes specific items relating to asset and footprint rationalization decisions, as well as pension-related items. - Operating profit came in at
312 million euros , compared to580 million euros in the prior year, reflecting lower underlying operating profit and year-on-year differences in Other operating income and expenses. - Net financial expense amounted to
64 million euros , compared with40 million euros in the prior year, mainly reflecting a higher blended cost of debt following the issuance of US dollar bonds inMay 2025 . - The Effective tax rate was 25.9%. In comparison, the effective tax rate for the prior-year was 19.5%, mainly impacted by the updated risk relating to the tax audit at
Sodexo S.A. , following the end of the proceedings during this period. - Group net profit amounted to
188 million euros . Group underlying net profit was285 million euros , down -36.7% year on year, reflecting lower underlying operating profit and currency impacts. - Free cash flow in the first half Fiscal 2026 was a negative -
243 million euros , broadly stable year-on-year, reflecting seasonal working capital patterns and higher capital expenditure, notably one-off client investments linked to contract renewals, as well as lower operating profit, offsetting the exceptional tax outflow recorded in the prior year. - Net M&A expenditure totaled
256 million euros , mainly reflecting the acquisition of Grupo Mediterránea inSpain , completed onFebruary 28, 2026 , alongside smaller bolt-on acquisitions inEurope . - Net debt stood at
3.6 billion euros , corresponding to a net debt to EBITDA ratio of 2.7x. This reflects the typical seasonality of cash flow in the first half, as well as a lower EBITDA base.Sodexo expects a seasonal improvement in net debt in the second half. However, considering the lower EBITDA level implied by the revised full-year Fiscal 2026 guidance, the Group now expects to end Fiscal Year 2026 with a net debt to EBITDA ratio above its target range of 1-2x.
Commercial activity1
At
1 Retention and new signings are based on annualized revenue of contracts gained or lost during the period, irrespective of contract dates.
Sustainability highlights
Sodexo is deploying its Better Tomorrow 2028 roadmap to firmly anchor sustainability as a driver of operational excellence and long-term value creation for its clients, supporting them in achieving their own sustainability ambitions.- In 2026,
Sodexo was again included in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook, reflecting the consistency of its sustainability commitments and the progress achieved across environmental, social and governance criteria. In addition,Sodexo was recognized in 2026 as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® byEthisphere , for the third consecutive year. Sodexo teams, especiallySodexo chefs, continue to push the boundaries of sustainable cuisine. Their passion and creativity was demonstated at the 2026 fourth edition of its international sustainable chef challenge Cook for Change! Grand Finale, where they showcased innovative, healthy and sustainable dishes that deliver real value for clients and consumers.
Governance
Since
Regional Chief Executive Officers
Patrick Boulier , CEO Latin AmericaAndrea Krewer , CEO BrazilNicolas Lannuzel , CEO Asia-Pacific,Middle East &Africa - Sophie Néron-Berger, CEO France
Jean Renton , CEO United Kingdom &Ireland - Ulf Wretskog, CEO Continental Europe
Nathalie Bellon-Szabo, CEO Sodexo Live! Worldwide
Global functions
- Alice Guéhennec, Group Chief Tech, Data & Digital Officer
Sébastien de Tramasure , Group Chief Financial Officer- Group Chief Human Resources Officer (to be appointed)
A full presentation of the Global Executive Team members is available on the Group’s website.
Outlook
The first half reflects both ongoing execution challenges and management actions. While these actions weigh on near-term performance, they are intended to rebuild a powerful growth engine and restore competitiveness at scale.
For Fiscal 2026,
- Organic revenue growth between +0.5% and +1% (prev. +1.5% to +2.5%). The adjustment reflects weaker first-half commercial momentum, as well as lower volumes expected in an uncertain external environment.
- Underlying operating profit margin between 3.2% and 3.4% (prev. "slightly lower than Fiscal 2025"), reflecting softer top-line growth, execution challenges in certain areas, acceleration of investments to strengthen execution, and the impact of the review of contracts and assets.
In addition, reflecting the level of Other operating income and expenses already recorded in the first half, and based on the ongoing review of contracts and assets,
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Financial calendar
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| Fiscal 2026 Annual Results | |
| Fiscal 2026 Annual Shareholders Meeting |
These dates are indicative and may be subject to change without notice.
Regular updates are available in the calendar on our website www.sodexo.com
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1.?First half Fiscal 2026 Financial Report
1.1 H1 Fiscal 2026 performance
1.1.1 Consolidated income statement
| (in million euros) | H1 FISCAL 2026 | H1 FISCAL 2025 | CHANGE | CHANGE AT CONSTANT CURRENCIES |
| Revenues | 12,017 | 12,475 | (3.7%) | +1.6% |
| Organic Growth | +1.7% | +3.5% | ||
| UNDERLYING OPERATING PROFIT | 442 | 651 | (32.1%) | (26.5%) |
| UNDERLYING OPERATING PROFIT MARGIN | 3.7% | 5.2% | -150 bps | -140 bps |
| Other operating income & expenses | (130) | (71) | ||
| OPERATING PROFIT | 312 | 580 | (46.2%) | (42.9%) |
| Net financial expense | (64) | (40) | ||
| Tax charge | (64) | (105) | ||
| Effective tax rate(1) | 25.9% | 19.5% | ||
| GROUP NET PROFIT(2) | 188 | 434 | (56.7%) | (54.1%) |
| Basic EPS (in euros) | 1.29 | 2.98 | ||
| GROUP UNDERLYING NET PROFIT | 285 | 450 | (36.7%) | (31.3%) |
| Basic underlying EPS (in euros) | 1.96 | 3.08 | (36.5%) |
(1) ETR based on Pre-tax profit excluding share of profit from equity method of
(2) Profit attributable to non-controlling interests were a negative
1.1.2 Revenues
| Revenues by geography |
| REVENUES (in million euros) | H1 FISCAL 2026 | H1 FISCAL 2025 | ORGANIC GROWTH | EXTERNAL GROWTH | CURRENCY EFFECT | TOTAL GROWTH | |
| 5,395 | 5,977 | -1.8% | +0.5% | -8.4% | -9.7% | ||
| 4,418 | 4,336 | +2.8% | +0.2% | -1.1% | +1.9% | ||
| Rest of the World | 2,204 | 2,162 | +9.2% | -2.1% | -5.2% | +1.9% | |
| GROUP TOTAL | 12,017 | 12,475 | +1.7% | -0.1% | -5.3% | -3.7% |
First half Fiscal 2026 revenues totaled
Organic revenue growth was driven by pricing of around +2.4% and like-for-like volumes growth of around +0.2%, supported by cross-selling in
This was partly offset by negative net new business of around -0.6%, reflecting prior-year contract losses, mainly in Education and
Organic growth was also impacted by a -0.3% effect from a contract reclassification in North America Business & Administration, following the renegotiation and renewal of a contract moving from gross to net revenue recognition. The annualized impact of this reclassification is estimated at around -100 basis points at Group level and will therefore show a greater impact in the second half.
Food Services delivered organic growth of +0.8%, impacted by prior contract losses in Education.
Organic growth by geography in the first half of Fiscal 2026 is summarized below.
North America reported organic growth of -1.8%, mainly reflecting contract losses in Education and Business & Administration and, to a lesser extent, changes in scope on certain contracts, alongside the one-off contract reclassification effect. Healthcare and Seniors continued to deliver strong growth driven by new contracts, while Sodexo Live! was softer due to strong prior-year comparables.Europe delivered organic growth of +2.8%, supported by Healthcare & Seniors and strong Sodexo Live! activity, while Education remained softer.- Rest of the World recorded organic growth of +9.2%, driven by new contract ramp-ups and strong underlying dynamics notably in
India ,Australia andBrazil .
The tables below provide a detailed breakdown of organic growth by segment within each geographic zone.
| REVENUES BY SEGMENT (in million euros) | H1 FY 2026 | H1 FY 2025 | ORGANIC GROWTH |
| Business & Administrations | 1,263 | 1,488 | -9.3% |
| Sodexo Live! | 723 | 788 | +0.3% |
| Healthcare & Seniors | 1,731 | 1,783 | +6.1% |
| Education | 1,678 | 1,918 | -4.3% |
| 5,395 | 5,977 | -1.8% |
| REVENUES BY SEGMENT (in million euros) | H1 FY 2026 | H1 FY 2025 | ORGANIC GROWTH |
| Business & Administrations | 2,433 | 2,390 | +2.8% |
| Sodexo Live! | 311 | 319 | +1.1% |
| Healthcare & Seniors | 1,035 | 979 | +6.4% |
| Education | 639 | 648 | -1.6% |
| 4,418 | 4,336 | +2.8% |
Rest of the World
| REVENUES BY SEGMENT (in million euros) | H1 FY 2026 | H1 FY 2025 | ORGANIC GROWTH |
| Business & Administrations | 1,900 | 1,863 | +9.1% |
| Sodexo Live! | 29 | 26 | +20.3% |
| Healthcare & Seniors | 178 | 173 | +11.5% |
| Education | 97 | 100 | +4.6% |
| REST OF THE WORLD TOTAL | 2,204 | 2,162 | +9.2% |
1.1.3 Underlying operating profit
First half Fiscal 2026 underlying operating profit was 442 million euros, down -32.1% year-on-year. The underlying operating margin declined by -140 bps at constant currencies to 3.7%. This decline primarily reflects operational challenges and mix effects, lower operating leverage linked to softer growth dynamics, and the acceleration of investments aimed at strengthening execution capabilities. It also reflects the outcomes of the Group's review of contracts and assets, including specific contract-related provisions, based on actual performance and updated assumptions in the current market environment.
By geography, the decline in underlying operating profit margin was more pronounced in
In
| (in million euros) | UNDERLYING OPERATING PROFIT H1 FISCAL 2026 | CHANGE | CHANGE (EXCLUDING CURRENCY EFFECT) | UNDERLYING OPERATING PROFIT MARGIN H1 FISCAL 2026 | CHANGE IN MARGIN | CHANGE IN MARGIN (EXCLUDING CURRENCY MIX EFFECT) |
| 268 | -36.5% | -29.3% | 5.0% | -210 bps | -200 bps | |
| 147 | -21.0% | -20.2% | 3.3% | -100 bps | -90 bps | |
| Rest of the World | 72 | -15.3% | -9.8% | 3.3% | -60 bps | -60 bps |
| Corporate expenses / HQ Costs | (45) | +7.1% | +7.1% | |||
| UNDERLYING OPERATING PROFIT | 442 | -32.1% | -26.5% | 3.7% | -150 bps | -140 bps |
1.1.4 Net profit
| (in million euros) | H1 FISCAL 2026 | H1 FISCAL 2025 |
| UNDERLYING OPERATING PROFIT | 442 | 651 |
| Net impact related to consolidation scope changes | 6 | (5) |
| Restructuring and rationalization costs | (56) | (41) |
| Amortization of purchased intangible assets | (17) | (17) |
| Other | (63) | (8) |
| OTHER OPERATING INCOME AND EXPENSES | (130) | (71) |
| OPERATING PROFIT | 312 | 580 |
| Net financial expense | (64) | (40) |
| Net income before tax & shares accounted for equity method | 246 | 537 |
| Tax charge | (64) | (105) |
| NET PROFIT (GROUP SHARE) | 188 | 434 |
| UNDERLYING NET PROFIT (GROUP SHARE) | 285 | 450 |
Other operating income and expenses amounted to a negative
As a result, operating profit amounted to
Net Financial expenses amounted to
The effective tax rate was 25.9%. In comparison, the effective tax rate for the first half Fiscal 2025 was 19.5%, mainly impacted by the updated risk relating to the tax audit at
First half Fiscal 2025 Group Net profit was 188 million euros, compared to 434 million euros in the first half of Fiscal 2025. Underlying net profit adjusted for Other Operating income and expenses net of tax amounted to 285 million euros, compared to 450 million euros in the previous year, reflecting lower underlying operating profit and the currency impacts.
1.1.5 Earnings per share
First half Fiscal 2026 EPS was
Underlying EPS amounted to
1.2 Consolidated financial position
1.2.1 Cash flows
| (in million euros) | H1 FISCAL 2026 | H1 FISCAL 2025 |
| Operating cash flow(1) | 616 | 600 |
| Change in working capital | (461) | (491) |
| IFRS 16 leases outflow | (90) | (87) |
| Net capital expenditure (including client investments) | (308) | (256) |
| Free cash flow(2) | (243) | (234) |
| Net acquisitions | (256) | (72) |
| Share buy-backs | (33) | (61) |
| Dividends paid to shareholders | (394) | (388) |
| Other changes (including scope and exchange rates) | 31 | (60) |
| (Increase)/decrease in net debt | (895) | (815) |
(1) The difference with the operating cash flow as presented in the consolidated cash flow statement (section 2.1.4) comes from the client investments, presented in this table within net capex (within operating cash flow in the cash flow statement, under "Payment of client investments during the period").
(2) The Group does not believe the accounting treatment introduced by IFRS 16 modifies the operating nature of its lease transactions. Accordingly, to ensure the Group’s performance measures continue to best reflect its operating performance, the Group considers repayments of lease liabilities as operating items impacting the Free cash flow, which integrates all lease payments (fixed or variable). To be consistent, the lease liabilities are not included in Net debt (treated as operating items).
First half Fiscal 2026 operating cash flow amounted to
The change in working capital represented a seasonal outflow of
Net capital expenditure, including new client investments, increased slightly to
As a result, free cash flow was broadly stable year on year at -
Acquisitions net of disposals amounted to an outflow of
The Fiscal 2025 dividend paid in the first half amounted to
After taking into account other changes, including foreign exchange impacts, consolidated net debt increased by
1.2.2 Condensed consolidated statement of financial position at
| (in million euros) | (in million euros) | |||||
| Non-current assets | 8,830 | 8,524 | Shareholders’ equity | 3,599 | 3,786 | |
| Current assets excluding cash | 4,794 | 4,234 | Non-controlling interests | 10 | 13 | |
| Non-current liabilities | 5,330 | 5,212 | ||||
| Cash and cash equivalent | 1,176 | 2,091 | Current liabilities | 5,861 | 5,838 | |
| Assets held for sale | — | — | Liabilities held for sale | — | — | |
| TOTAL ASSETS | 14,800 | 14,849 | TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY | 14,800 | 14,849 |
| (in million euros) | |||
| Gross debt | 4,757 | 4,777 | 4,836 |
| Net debt | 3,582 | 2,687 | 3,416 |
| Gearing ratio | 99% | 71% | 85% |
| Net debt ratio (Net debt/EBITDA) | 2.7x | 1.8x | 2.3x |
As of
At the end of the first half Fiscal 2026, the average interest rate on the bonds stood at 2.7%, up from 1.8% in the first half of last year, mainly reflecting the issuance of US dollar bonds in
As of
Operating cash reached a total of 1,175 million euros.
At the end of the First half Fiscal 2026, the Group had unused credit lines totaled
1.2.3 Outlook
The first half reflects both ongoing execution challenges and management actions. While these actions weigh on near-term performance, they are intended to rebuild a powerful growth engine and restore competitiveness at scale.
- For Fiscal 2026,
Sodexo now expects:- Organic revenue growth between +0.5% and +1% (prev. +1.5% to +2.5%). The adjustment reflects weaker first-half commercial momentum, as well as lower volumes expected in an uncertain external environment.
- Underlying operating profit margin between 3.2% and 3.4% (prev. "slightly lower than Fiscal 2025"), reflecting softer top-line growth, execution challenges in certain areas, acceleration of investments to strengthen execution, and the impact of the review of contracts and assets.
In addition, reflecting the level of Other operating income and expenses already recorded in the first half, and based on the ongoing review of contracts and assets,
1.2.4 Subsequent events
No major events have occurred since the closing of the period.
1.2.5 Currency effect
Exchange rate fluctuations do not generate operational risk, because each subsidiary bills its revenues and incurs its expenses in the same currency.
| 1€= | AVERAGE RATE H1 FY 2026 | AVERAGE RATE H1 FY 2025 | AVERAGE RATE H1 FY 2026 VS. H1 FY 2025 | CLOSING RATE AT | CLOSING RATE AT | CLOSING RATE VS. |
| 1.171 | 1.070 | -8.6% | 1.181 | 1.166 | -1.2% | |
| Pound Sterling (GBP) | 0.873 | 0.834 | -4.5% | 0.876 | 0.867 | -1.1% |
| Brazilian real (BRL) | 6.260 | 6.240 | -0.3% | 6.086 | 6.325 | +3.9% |
The negative foreign exchange effect of -5.3% in the first half of fiscal 2026 primarily reflects the depreciation of the
The percentage of total revenues and underlying operating profit denominated in the main currencies is:
| H1 FISCAL 2026 | % OF REVENUES | % OF UNDERLYING OPERATING PROFIT |
| 43% | 66% | |
| Euro (EUR) | 23% | 1% |
| Pound Sterling (GBP) | 9% | 6% |
| Brazilian real (BRL) | 4% | 7% |
The currency effect is determined by applying the previous year’s average exchange rates to the current year figures.
1.2.6 Alternative performance measure definitions
Blended cost of debt
The blended cost of debt is calculated at period end and is the weighted blended financing rate on borrowings (including derivative financial instruments and commercial papers) and cash pooling balances at period end.
Financial ratios definition
| FIRST HALF FISCAL 2026 | FIRST HALF FISCAL 2025 | ||
| Gearing ratio | Gross borrowings (a) – operating cash (b) | 99% | 85% |
| Shareholders’ equity and non-controlling interests | |||
| Net debt ratio | Borrowings (a) – operating cash (b) | 2.7x | 2.3x |
| Rolling 12-month (Underlying) EBITDA (c) |
Financial ratios reconciliation
| FIRST HALF FISCAL 2026 | FIRST HALF FISCAL 2025 | ||
| (a) Borrowings | Long-term borrowings | 3,943 | 4,091 |
| + Short-term borrowings | 818 | 748 | |
| - Derivative financial instruments recognized as assets | (4) | (3) | |
| BORROWINGS | 4,757 | 4,836 | |
| (b) Operating cash | Cash and cash equivalents | 1,176 | 1,423 |
| Bank overdrafts | (1) | (3) | |
| OPERATING CASH | 1,175 | 1,420 | |
| (c) Rolling 12-month (Underlying) EBITDA(1) | Underlying operating profit (RTM) | 930 | 1,149 |
| + Depreciation and amortization (RTM) | 468 | 432 | |
| + Client investments amortization (RTM) | 129 | 126 | |
| - Lease payments (RTM) | (217) | (193) | |
| Rolling 12-month (UNDERLYING) EBITDA | 1,310 | 1,514 |
(1) For the sake of simplification, the term EBITDA is used in reference to Underlying EBITDA.
Free cash flow
Please refer to section 1.2 Group Financial Situation.
Growth excluding currency effect
The currency effect is determined by applying the previous year’s average exchange rates to the current year figures, except in hyper-inflationary economies where all figures are converted at the latest closing rate for both periods when the impact is significant.
Net debt
Net debt is defined as Group borrowing at the balance sheet date, less operating cash.
Organic growth
Organic growth is the increase in revenue for a given period (the “current period”) compared to the revenue reported for the same period of the prior fiscal year, calculated using the exchange rate for the prior fiscal year; and excluding the impact of business acquisitions (or gain of control) and divestments, as follows:
- for businesses acquired (or gain of control) during the current period, revenue generated since the acquisition date is excluded from the organic growth calculation;
- for businesses acquired (or gain of control) during the prior fiscal year, revenue generated during the current period up to the first anniversary date of the acquisition is excluded;
- for businesses divested (or loss of control) during the prior fiscal year, revenue generated in the comparative period of the prior fiscal year until the divestment date is excluded;
- for businesses divested (or loss of control) during the current fiscal year, revenue generated in the period starting 12 months before the divestment date up to the end of the comparative period of the prior fiscal year is excluded.
Underlying net profit
Underlying Net profit is defined as Net profit excluding significant unusual and/or infrequent items and represents the Group's share of Income excluding Other Income and Expense after tax, as well as significant non-recurring items in both Net Financial Expenses and Income Tax Expenses where relevant.
Underlying net profit per share
Underlying Net profit per share presents the underlying net profit divided by the average number of shares.
Underlying operating profit margin
The underlying operating profit margin corresponds to underlying operating profit divided by revenues.
Underlying operating profit margin at constant rates
The underlying operating profit margin at constant rates corresponds to underlying operating profit divided by revenues, calculated by converting 2026 figures at Fiscal 2025 rates, except for countries with hyperinflationary economies.
2. First half Fiscal 2026 Condensed consolidated financial statements
2.1 Condensed consolidated half year financial statements
2.1.1 Consolidated income statement
| (in million euros) | NOTES | FIRST HALF FISCAL 2026 | FIRST HALF FISCAL 2025 |
| Revenues | 4.1 | 12,017 | 12,475 |
| Cost of sales | 4.2 | (10,725) | (10,952) |
| Gross profit | 1,292 | 1,523 | |
| Selling, general and administrative costs | 4.2 | (852) | (875) |
| Share of profit of companies accounted for using the equity method that directly contribute to the Group’s business | 2 | 3 | |
| Underlying operating profit | 4.1 | 442 | 651 |
| Other operating income | 4.2 | 6 | 10 |
| Other operating expenses | 4.2 | (136) | (81) |
| Operating profit | 312 | 580 | |
| Financial income | 8.1 | 26 | 36 |
| Financial expenses | 8.1 | (90) | (76) |
| Share of profit of other companies accounted for using the equity method | 3 | 4 | |
| Profit before tax | 251 | 544 | |
| Income tax expense | 9.1 | (64) | (105) |
| Net profit | 187 | 439 | |
| Of which: | |||
| Profit attributable to non-controlling interests | (1) | 5 | |
| PROFIT ATTRIBUTABLE TO EQUITY HOLDERS OF THE PARENT | 188 | 434 | |
| Basic earnings per share (in euros) | 7.2 | 1.29 | 2.98 |
| Diluted earnings per share (in euros) | 7.2 | 1.28 | 2.94 |
2.1.2 Consolidated statement of comprehensive income
| (in million euros) | FIRST HALF FISCAL 2026 | FIRST HALF FISCAL 2025 |
| NET PROFIT | 187 | 439 |
| Items of other comprehensive income that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss | 39 | 208 |
| Change in fair value of derivates hedging instruments | — | — |
| Change in fair value of derivates hedging instruments reclassified to profit or loss | — | — |
| Exchange differences | 45 | 209 |
| Exchange differences reclassified to profit or loss | (6) | (1) |
| Tax on items of other comprehensive income that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss | — | — |
| Share of other items of comprehensive income (loss) of companies accounted for using the equity method, net of tax | — | — |
| Items of other comprehensive income that will not be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss | 4 | 8 |
| Remeasurement of defined benefit plan obligation | 7 | 5 |
| Change in fair value of financial assets remeasured through other comprehensive income | (1) | 4 |
| Tax on items of other comprehensive income that will not be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss | (2) | (1) |
| TOTAL OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS), AFTER TAX | 43 | 216 |
| COMPREHENSIVE INCOME | 230 | 655 |
| Of which: | ||
| Attributable to equity holders of the parent | 231 | 649 |
| Attributable to non-controlling interests | (1) | 6 |
2.1.3 Consolidated statement of financial position
Assets
| (in million euros) | NOTES | ||
| 3 | 5,588 | 5,404 | |
| Other intangible assets | 500 | 507 | |
| Property, plant and equipment | 562 | 571 | |
| Right-of-use assets | 594 | 616 | |
| Client investments | 809 | 698 | |
| Investments in companies accounted for using the equity method | 70 | 71 | |
| Non-current financial assets | 393 | 383 | |
| Other non-current assets | 129 | 120 | |
| Deferred tax assets | 185 | 154 | |
| NON-CURRENT ASSETS | 8,830 | 8,524 | |
| Current financial assets | 27 | 45 | |
| Inventories | 315 | 304 | |
| Income tax receivable | 139 | 130 | |
| Trade receivables and other current operating assets | 4.3 | 4,313 | 3,755 |
| Cash and cash equivalents | 8.2 | 1,176 | 2,091 |
| Assets held for sale | — | — | |
| CURRENT ASSETS | 5,970 | 6,325 | |
| TOTAL ASSETS | 14,800 | 14,849 |
Shareholders’ equity and liabilities
| (in million euros) | NOTES | ||
| Share capital | 590 | 590 | |
| Additional paid-in capital | 248 | 248 | |
| Reserves and retained earnings | 2,761 | 2,948 | |
| EQUITY ATTRIBUABLE TO EQUITY HOLDERS OF THE PARENT | 3,599 | 3,786 | |
| NON-CONTROLLING INTERESTS | 10 | 13 | |
| SHAREHOLDER’S EQUITY | 7 | 3,609 | 3,799 |
| Non-current borrowings | 8.3 | 3,943 | 3,962 |
| Non-current lease liabilities | 496 | 509 | |
| Employee benefits | 268 | 259 | |
| Other non-current liabilities | 4.3 | 270 | 256 |
| Non-current provisions | 6.1 | 172 | 95 |
| Deferred tax liabilities | 181 | 131 | |
| NON CURRENT LIABILITIES | 5,330 | 5,212 | |
| Bank overdrafts | 8.2 | 1 | 1 |
| Current borrowings | 8.3 | 818 | 819 |
| Current lease liabilities | 148 | 155 | |
| Income tax payable | 124 | 135 | |
| Current provisions | 6.1 | 56 | 58 |
| Trade and other payables | 4.3 | 4,714 | 4,670 |
| Liabilities directly associated with assets held for sale | — | — | |
| CURRENT LIABILITIES | 5,861 | 5,838 | |
| TOTAL SHAREHOLDER’S EQUITY AND LIABILITIES | 14,800 | 14,849 |
2.1.4 Consolidated cash flow statement
| (in million euros) | NOTES | FIRST HALF FISCAL 2026 | FIRST HALF FISCAL 2025 |
| Operating profit | 312 | 580 | |
| Depreciation, amortization and impairment of intangible assets, property, plant and equipment and right-of-use assets* | 269 | 233 | |
| Payment of client investments during the period | (145) | (103) | |
| Amortization of client investments during the period | 65 | 67 | |
| Provisions | 73 | (25) | |
| (Gains) losses on disposals and dilution | (6) | 7 | |
| Other non-cash items | 9 | 15 | |
| Dividends received from companies accounted using the equity method | 8 | 3 | |
| Interest paid | (61) | (33) | |
| Interest received | 23 | 33 | |
| Interests paid on lease liabilities | (11) | (12) | |
| Income tax paid | (65) | (268) | |
| Operating cash flow | 471 | 497 | |
| Change in inventories | (9) | 1 | |
| Change in trade receivables and other current operating assets | (476) | (437) | |
| Change in trade and other payables | 24 | (55) | |
| Change in working capital relating to operating activities | (461) | (491) | |
| NET CASH PROVIDED BY/(USED IN) OPERATING ACTIVITIES | 10 | 6 | |
| Acquisitions of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets | (174) | (164) | |
| Disposals of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets | 11 | 11 | |
| Change in financial assets and share of companies consolidated by the equity method | (60) | 17 | |
| Acquisition of subsidiaries, net of cash acquired | (185) | (83) | |
| Disposal of subsidiaries, net of cash transferred | (2) | 11 | |
| (410) | (208) | ||
| Dividends paid to | 7.1 | (394) | (388) |
| Dividends paid to non-controlling shareholders of consolidated companies | (2) | (2) | |
| Purchases of treasury shares | 7.1 | (33) | (61) |
| Sales of treasury shares | 7.1 | 1 | (1) |
| Change in non-controlling interests | — | — | |
| Proceeds from borrowings | 8.3 | 18 | 209 |
| Repayments of borrowings | 8.3 | (7) | (226) |
| Repayments of lease liabilities | (90) | (87) | |
| NET CASH PROVIDED BY/(USED IN) FINANCING ACTIVITIES | (507) | (556) | |
| NET EFFECT OF EXCHANGE RATES AND OTHER EFFECTS ON CASH | (8) | 44 | |
| CHANGE IN | (915) | (714) | |
| 2,090 | 2,134 | ||
| 8.2 | 1,175 | 1,420 |
* Including
2.1.5 Consolidated statement of changes in shareholders’ equity
| TOTAL SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY | ||||||||
| (in million euros) | NUMBER OF SHARES OUTSTANDING | SHARE CAPITAL | ADDITIONAL PAID-IN CAPITAL | CONSOLIDATED RESERVES | CURRENCY TRANSLATION RESERVE | ATTRIBUTABLE TO EQUITY HOLDERS OF THE PARENT | NON-CONTROLLING INTERESTS | TOTAL |
| Notes | 7.1 | |||||||
| Shareholders’ equity as of | 147,454,887 | 590 | 248 | 3,575 | (628) | 3,786 | 13 | 3,799 |
| Net profit | 188 | 188 | (1) | 187 | ||||
| Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax | 4 | 39 | 43 | — | 43 | |||
| Comprehensive income | 192 | 39 | 231 | (1) | 230 | |||
| Dividends paid | (394) | (394) | (1) | (395) | ||||
| (32) | (32) | (32) | ||||||
| Share-based payment (net of income tax) | 13 | 13 | 13 | |||||
| Change in ownership interest without any change of control | — | — | — | |||||
| Other | (5) | (5) | (1) | (6) | ||||
| SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY AS OF | 147,454,887 | 590 | 248 | 3,349 | (589) | 3,599 | 10 | 3,609 |
| TOTAL SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY | ||||||||
| (in million euros) | NUMBER OF SHARES OUTSTANDING | SHARE CAPITAL | ADDITIONAL PAID-IN CAPITAL | CONSOLIDATED RESERVES | CURRENCY TRANSLATION RESERVE | ATTRIBUTABLE TO EQUITY HOLDERS OF THE PARENT | NON-CONTROLLING INTERESTS | TOTAL |
| Notes | 7.1 | |||||||
| Shareholders’ equity as of | 147,454,887 | 590 | 248 | 3,342 | (399) | 3,782 | 16 | 3,798 |
| Net profit | 434 | 434 | 5 | 439 | ||||
| Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax | 8 | 207 | 215 | 1 | 216 | |||
| Comprehensive income | 442 | 207 | 649 | 6 | 655 | |||
| Dividends paid | (388) | (388) | (1) | (389) | ||||
| (62) | (62) | (62) | ||||||
| Share-based payment (net of income tax) | 18 | 18 | 18 | |||||
| Change in ownership interest without any change of control | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Other | — | — | — | — | ||||
| SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY AS OF | 147,454,887 | 590 | 248 | 3,352 | (192) | 3,999 | 21 | 4,020 |
2.2 Notes to the condensed consolidated financial statements
Sodexo’s condensed consolidated financial statements for the six-month period from
The numbers shown in the tables were prepared in thousands of euros and are presented rounded to the nearest million euros (unless otherwise indicated).
NOTE 1. SIGNIFICANT EVENTS
1.1 Evolution of the Group's Governance
On
This change in leadership marked a new stage for
On
On
1.2 Acquisition of Grupo Mediterránea
The acquisition of Grupo Mediterránea in
Through this transaction,
For more information, see Note 3 – Main changes in the scope of consolidation.
1.3 Conflict in
Given its limited exposure in the
The Group will monitor closely its evolution and its macroeconomic and potentially operational consequences.
NOTE 2. BASIS OF PREPARATION OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
2.1 Accounting policies
2.1.1 General principles
The condensed consolidated financial statements for the six months ended
The accounting policies applied by the Group in the condensed consolidated financial statements for the six months ended
Standards and amendments adopted by the
| Standards and amendments | Application date (1) |
| Amendments to IFRS 9 and IFRS 7 "Classification and Measurement of Financial Instruments" | |
| Amendments to IFRS 9 and IFRS 7 "Nature-dependent Electricty Contracts" | |
| Annual Improvements to IFRS accounting Standards - Volume 11 | |
| IFRS 18 "Presentation and Disclosures in Financial Statements" |
(1) Date of application for the Group's consolidated financial statements.
The Group has not elected to early adopt any standards, interpretations or amendments which will be effective for the Group as of
Standards and amendments not yet adopted by the
| Standards and amendments | Application date (1) |
| IFRS 19 "Subsidiaries without Public Accountability Disclosures" | |
| Amendments à IAS 21 "Translation to a Hyperinflationary Presentation Currency" |
(1) Date of application for the Group's consolidated financial statements, subject to adoption by the
IFRS 19 and the IAS 21 amendments will not have an impact on the consolidated financial statements.
2.2 Specific reporting treatments in the preparation of interim financial statements
Income tax expense
Income tax expense (current and deferred) in the condensed half-year consolidated financial statements is computed by applying an estimated average annual tax rate for the current fiscal year to each tax reporting entity's pre-tax profit for the period as adjusted, where applicable, for the tax effect of any specific events that may have occurred during the period. The resulting deferred and current tax charge or benefit is recognized in deferred tax assets or deferred tax liabilities and in income tax assets or payables in accordance with with IAS 12. The Company has considered in the half-year estimated tax expense, the portion of the exceptional corporate income tax contribution attributable to the profit of the first half Fiscal 2026.
Post-employment and other long-term employee benefits
The expense for post-employment and other long-term employee benefits is computed as one half of the annual charge estimated as of
2.3 Use of estimates
The preparation of the condensed half-year consolidated financial statements requires the management of
These estimates and judgments are updated continuously based on past experience and on various other factors considered reasonable in view of the situation prevailing as of
Final amounts may differ substantially from these estimates if assumptions or circumstances change.
Significant items subject to such estimates and assumptions are the same as those described in the consolidated financial statements for the year ended
NOTE 3. MAIN CHANGES IN THE SCOPE OF CONSOLIDATION
Changes in goodwill during the first half Fiscal 2026 were as follows:
| (in million euros) | INCREASES DURING THE PERIOD* | DECREASES DURING THE PERIOD | IMPAIRMENT LOSSES | RECLASSIFICATIONS | EXCHANGE DIFFERENCES | ||
| 2,334 | — | — | — | — | (28) | 2,306 | |
| 534 | 53 | — | — | — | — | 587 | |
| 663 | — | — | — | — | (7) | 656 | |
| Continental | 764 | 117 | — | — | — | 8 | 889 |
| 1,961 | 170 | — | — | — | 1 | 2,132 | |
| 600 | — | — | — | — | 8 | 608 | |
| 324 | — | — | — | — | 26 | 350 | |
| 185 | — | — | — | — | 7 | 192 | |
| Rest of the World | 1,109 | — | — | — | — | 41 | 1,150 |
| TOTAL | 5,404 | 170 | — | — | — | 14 | 5,588 |
* During the first half Fiscal 206, new provisional goodwill are recorded for a total amount of
NOTE 4. SEGMENT INFORMATION AND OTHER OPERATING ITEMS
4.1 Segment information and revenue information
The segment information presented below has been prepared based on internal management data as monitored by the Global Executive Team, which is Sodexo’s chief operating decision-maker.
Revenue and Underlying operating profit are followed by regions. These regions meet the definition of operating segments in IFRS 8.
Sodexo’s operating segments and groups of operating segments are as follows:
North America ;Europe , which includes Continental Europe,France and theUnited Kingdom &Ireland regions;- Rest of the World, including
Asia-Pacific /Middle East /Africa ,Latin America (withoutBrazil ), andBrazil .
The operating segments that have been aggregated carry out similar operations – both in terms of type of services rendered and processes and methods used to deliver the services – and have similar economic characteristics (notably in terms of margins they generate).
Segment assets and liabilities are not presented as they are not included in the chief operating decision-maker’s measurement of segment performance.
No single Group client or contract accounts for more than 2% of the consolidated revenues.
4.1.1 Segment information
| FIRST HALF FISCAL 2026 (in million euros) | REST OF THE WORLD | CORPORATE EXPENSES | GROUP TOTAL | ||
| Revenues | 5,395 | 4,418 | 2,204 | 12,017 | |
| Business & Administrations | 1,263 | 2,433 | 1,900 | 5,596 | |
| Sodexo Live! | 723 | 311 | 29 | 1,063 | |
| Healthcare & Seniors | 1,731 | 1,035 | 178 | 2,944 | |
| Education | 1,678 | 639 | 97 | 2,414 | |
| Purchase of consumables and charge in inventory | (1,653) | (1,001) | (646) | — | (3,300) |
| Personnel costs(1) | (2,509) | (2,251) | (1,038) | (29) | (5,827) |
| Other costs | (965) | (1,019) | (448) | (16) | (2,448) |
| Underlying operating profits(2) | 268 | 147 | 72 | (45) | 442 |
(1) Excluding
(2) Including the Group’s share of profit of companies accounted for using the equity method that directly contribute to the Group’s business but excluding other operating income and expenses.
| FIRST HALF FISCAL 2025 (in million euros) | REST OF THE WORLD | CORPORATE EXPENSES | GROUP TOTAL | ||
| Revenues | 5,977 | 4,336 | 2,162 | 12,475 | |
| Business & Administrations | 1,488 | 2,390 | 1,863 | 5,741 | |
| Sodexo Live! | 788 | 319 | 26 | 1,133 | |
| Healthcare & Seniors | 1,783 | 979 | 173 | 2,935 | |
| Education | 1,918 | 648 | 100 | 2,666 | |
| Purchase of consumables and charge in inventory | (1,827) | (995) | (658) | — | (3,480) |
| Personnel costs(1) | (2,683) | (2,186) | (1,006) | (28) | (5,903) |
| Other costs | (1,045) | (969) | (413) | (14) | (2,441) |
| Underlying operating profits(2) | 422 | 186 | 85 | (42) | 651 |
(1) Excluding
(2) Including the Group’s share of profit of companies accounted for using the equity method that directly contribute to the Group’s business but excluding other operating income and expenses.
4.1.2 Revenues and non-current assets by significant country
The Group’s operations are spread across 43 countries, including two that each represent over 10% of consolidated revenues in First Half Fiscal 2026:
| FIRST HALF FISCAL 2026 | OTHER | GROUP TOTAL | ||
| Revenues (in millions of euros) | 5,209 | 1,447 | 5,361 | 12,017 |
| Revenues (as a %) | 43% | 12% | 45% | 100% |
| FIRST HALF FISCAL 2025 | OTHER | GROUP TOTAL | ||
| Revenues (in millions of euros) | 5,729 | 1,440 | 5,306 | 12,475 |
| Revenues (as a %) | 46% | 12% | 42% | 100% |
4.1.3 Revenues by line of service
Revenues by line of service are as follows:
| (in million euros) | FIRST HALF FISCAL 2026 | FIRST HALF FISCAL 2025 |
| Food services | 8,015 | 8,440 |
| Facilities Management services | 4,002 | 4,035 |
| TOTAL ON-SITE SERVICES REVENUES | 12,017 | 12,475 |
4.2 Operating expenses
4.2.1 Operating expenses by nature
| (in million euros) | FIRST HALF FISCAL 2026 | FIRST HALF FISCAL 2025 |
| Personnel costs | (5,898) | (5,941) |
| (4,625) | (4,714) |
| (1,273) | (1,227) |
| Purchases of consumables and change in inventory | (3,300) | (3,480) |
| Depreciation, amortization, and impairment losses(2) | (267) | (233) |
| (238) | (234) |
| (29) | 1 |
| Rent and attached charges(3) | (256) | (312) |
| Other expenses(4) | (1,986) | (1,932) |
| TOTAL NET OPERATING EXPENSES | (11,707) | (11,898) |
| of which other operating income and expenses | (130) | (71) |
| TOTAL NET OPERATING EXPENSES excluding other operating income and expenses(5) | (11,577) | (11,827) |
(1) Other employee costs include primarily payroll taxes, costs associated with defined benefit plans, defined contribution plans and restricted share plans.
(2) Including the depreciation of right-of-use assets of -
(3) Corresponds to rent not included in the measurement of the lease liabilities (lease expenses relating to short-term lease contracts, lease contracts of low value assets, and variable lease payments), primarily composed of commissions based on performance indicators of locations operated under concession arrangements. The decrease observed over the period relates mainly to the variable portion of these commissions.
(4) Other expenses mainly include professional fees, other purchases used for operations, sub-contracting costs and travel expenses.
(5) Corresponds to the sum of the following consolidated income statement lines: "Costs of sales" and "Selling, General and Administrative costs".
4.2.2 Other operating income and expenses
| (in million euros) | FIRST HALF FISCAL 2026 | FIRST HALF FISCAL 2025 |
| Gains related to changes in scope | 6 | 10 |
| Gain on disposals of non-current assets | — | — |
| Gains on changes of post-employment benefits | — | — |
| Other | — | — |
| OTHER OPERATING INCOME | 6 | 10 |
| Restructuring and rationalization costs(1) | (56) | (41) |
| Losses related to changes in scope | — | (15) |
| Amortization of intangible assets acquired as a result of a business combination | (17) | (17) |
| Impairment of goodwill and non-current assets(2) | (22) | — |
| Costs related to business combinations | (2) | (1) |
| Losses on changes of post-employment benefits(3) | (35) | (1) |
| Losses on disposals of non-current assets | — | — |
| Other | (4) | (6) |
| OTHER OPERATING EXPENSES | (136) | (81) |
| TOTAL OTHER OPERATING INCOME AND EXPENSES | (130) | (71) |
(1) The costs recognized in first half Fiscal 2026 correspond mainly to the internal reorganization of the Group, as well as costs related to transformation projects.
(2) The in-depth review of the Group's industrial assets had led to the recognition of an impairment of non current assets.
(3) The increase in losses related to changes in post-employment benefits is mainly attributable, on the one hand, to a legislative change in
4.3 Working capital
4.3.1 Trade receivables and other current operating assets
| (in million euros) | ||||||
| GROSS AMOUNT | IMPAIRMENT | CARRYING AMOUNT | GROSS AMOUNT | IMPAIRMENT | CARRYING AMOUNT | |
| Advances to suppliers | 27 | — | 27 | 15 | — | 15 |
| Trade receivables | 3,777 | (126) | 3,651 | 3,238 | (109) | 3,129 |
| Other operating receivables | 424 | (14) | 410 | 447 | (10) | 437 |
| Prepaid expenses | 224 | — | 224 | 173 | — | 173 |
| Other receivables | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | — | 1 |
| TOTAL TRADE RECEIVABLES AND OTHER CURRENT OPERATING ASSETS | 4,453 | (140) | 4,313 | 3,874 | (119) | 3,755 |
The maturities of trade receivables as of
| (in million euros) | ||||||
| GROSS AMOUNT | IMPAIRMENT | CARRYING AMOUNT | GROSS AMOUNT | IMPAIRMENT | CARRYING AMOUNT | |
| Less than 3 months past due | 398 | (8) | 390 | 448 | (5) | 443 |
| More than 3 months and less than 6 months past due | 61 | (13) | 48 | 55 | (10) | 45 |
| More than 6 months and less than 12 months past due | 46 | (18) | 28 | 51 | (15) | 36 |
| More than 12 months past due | 78 | (62) | 16 | 71 | (62) | 9 |
| TOTAL TRADE RECEIVABLES DUE | 583 | (101) | 482 | 625 | (92) | 533 |
| Total trade receivables not yet due | 3,194 | (25) | 3,169 | 2,613 | (17) | 2,596 |
| TOTAL TRADE RECEIVABLES | 3,777 | (126) | 3,651 | 3,238 | (109) | 3,129 |
During the periods presented, the Group was not affected by any significant change resulting from known client defaults. In addition, given the geographic dispersion of the Group’s activities and the wide range of client industries, there is no material concentration of risk in individual receivables due but not written down.
4.3.2 Trade and other payables
| (in million euros) | ||
| Operating payables | 130 | 125 |
| Non-operating payables | 140 | 131 |
| OTHER NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES | 270 | 256 |
| Trade payables | 2,682 | 2,621 |
| Employee-related liabilities | 1,152 | 1,200 |
| Advances from clients | 334 | 336 |
| Tax liabilities | 244 | 223 |
| Other operating payables | 86 | 93 |
| Deferred revenues | 175 | 142 |
| Non-operating payables | 41 | 55 |
| TRADE AND OTHER CURRENT PAYABLES | 4,714 | 4,670 |
| TOTAL TRADE AND OTHER PAYABLES | 4,984 | 4,926 |
As of
NOTE 5. IMPAIRMENT OF NON-CURRENT ASSETS
During the first half of Fiscal 2026, the Group carried out a review of impairment triggers likely to lead to a decrease in the recoverable value of its tangible and intangible assets.
In particular,
In light of
The Group’s management has concluded that there was no evidence of triggers indicating a decrease in the recoverable value of its operating segments as of
Regarding the other non current assets, the in depth-review of the Group's industrial assets led to the recognition of an impairment of
NOTE 6. PROVISIONS, LITIGATION AND CONTINGENT LIABILITIES
6.1 Provisions
| (in million euros) | INCREASES/CHARGES | REVERSALS WITH UTILIZATION | REVERSALS WITHOUT UTILIZATION | EXCHANGE DIFFERENCES AND OTHER(2) | ||
| Contract termination and loss-making contracts | 40 | 25 | (3) | (1) | 0 | 61 |
| Employee claims and litigation | 46 | 10 | (6) | (3) | (16) | 31 |
| Tax and social security exposures | 11 | 25 | (1) | (1) | 16 | 50 |
| Client/supplier claims and litigation | 15 | 16 | (1) | — | — | 30 |
| Reorganization costs | 12 | 17 | (5) | (1) | — | 23 |
| Provisions for negative net assets(1) | 5 | — | — | — | 2 | 7 |
| Other provisions | 24 | 8 | (6) | (2) | 2 | 26 |
| TOTAL PROVISIONS | 153 | 101 | (22) | (8) | 4 | 228 |
(1) Investments in companies accounted for using the equity method that have negative net assets.
(2) Reclassification of a provision as of
6.2 Litigation and contingent liabilities
DISPUTES WITH THE BRAZILIAN TAX AUTHORITIES
In
Several proceedings are underway, either at the initiative of the tax authorities, which have notified
The Group believes that it has strong enough arguments to ultimately succeed in court on this issue. After consultation with its advisors,
DISPUTE WITH THE FRENCH COMPETITION AUTHORITY
On
On
The separation agreement entered into in the context of the Pluxee spin-off includes a commitment by Pluxee to compensate
OTHER DISPUTES
Group subsidiaries can also be subject to tax audits, certain of which may result in reassessments. In each case, the risk is assessed by management and its advisors and any charges deemed probable are recorded as provisions or tax liabilities.
The Group is not aware of any other governmental, judicial, or arbitral proceedings which are outstanding or threatened and which may have, or have had in the past 6 months, material effects on the Group’s financial position or profitability.
NOTE 7. SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY AND EARNINGS PER SHARE
7.1 Shareholders' equity
7.1.1 Statement of changes in shareholders’ equity
Composition of share capital and treasury shares
| (number of shares) | ||
| Share Capital(1) | 147,454,887 | 147,454,887 |
| 1,613,572 | 1,522,327 | |
| Outstanding shares | 145,841,315 | 145,932,560 |
(1) With a par value of 4 euros each.
(2) Total value of
Dividends
| FIRST HALF FISCAL 2026 | FIRST HALF FISCAL 2025 | |
| Dividends paid (in million euros) | 394 | 388 |
| Dividend per share paid (in euros) | 2.70 | 2.65 |
7.2 Earnings per share
The table below presents the calculation of basic and diluted earnings per share:
| FIRST HALF FISCAL 2026 | FIRST HALF FISCAL 2025 | |
| Net profit attributable to equity holders of the parent (in million euros) | 188 | 434 |
| Basic weighted average number of shares | 145,558,459 | 145,998,269 |
| Basic earnings per share (in euros) | 1.29 | 2.98 |
| Average dilutive effect of restricted share plans | 1,500,307 | 1,681,858 |
| Diluted weighted average number of shares | 147,058,766 | 147,680,128 |
| Diluted earnings per share (in euros) | 1.28 | 2.94 |
NOTE 8. CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, FINANCIAL ASSETS AND LIABILITIES, AND FINANCIAL INCOME AND EXPENSE
8.1 Financial income and expenses
| (in million euros) | FIRST HALF FISCAL 2026 | FIRST HALF FISCAL 2025 |
| Gross borrowing cost(1)(3) | (67) | (53) |
| Interest income from cash and cach equivalents | 18 | 25 |
| NET BORROWING COST | (49) | (28) |
| Interest expense on lease liabilities(2) | (11) | (12) |
| Net foreign exchange gains/(losses) | — | 3 |
| Net interest cost on net defined benefit plan obligation | (2) | (2) |
| Interest income from loans and receivables at amortized cost | 3 | 4 |
| Other financial income | 5 | 4 |
| Other financial expenses | (10) | (9) |
| NET FINANCIAL EXPENSE | (64) | (40) |
| Of which financial income | 26 | 36 |
| Of which financial expenses | (90) | (76) |
(1) Gross borrowing cost represents interest expense on financial liabilities at amortized cost and interest expense on hedging instruments.
(2) Interest on lease liabilities recognized in accordance with IFRS 16.
(3) Gross borrowing cost breaks down as follows:
8.2 Cash and cash equivalents
| (in million euros) | ||
| Marketable securities(1) | 70 | 92 |
| Cash(2) | 1,106 | 1,999 |
| CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS | 1,176 | 2,091 |
| Bank overdrafts | (1) | (1) |
| CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS NET OF BANK OVERDRAFTS | 1,175 | 2,090 |
(1) Marketable securities only comprise term deposits as of
(2) Including
8.3 Borrowings
Changes in borrowings during First half Fiscal 2026 were as follows:
| (in million euros) | INCREASES(2) | REPAYMENTS | DISCOUNTING EFFECTS AND OTHER | EXCHANGE DIFFERENCES | CHANGES IN SCOPE OF CONSOLIDATION | ||
| Bond issues | 4,752 | 8 | — | — | (23) | — | 4,737 |
| Private placements and bank borrowings | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Other borrowings | 5 | 2 | (5) | — | — | — | 2 |
| TOTAL BORROWINGS EXCLUDING DERIVATIVE FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS | 4,757 | 10 | (5) | — | (23) | — | 4,739 |
| Net fair value of derivative financial instruments(1) | 20 | 18 | (2) | (18) | — | — | 18 |
| TOTAL BORROWINGS | 4,777 | 28 | (7) | (18) | (23) | — | 4,757 |
(1) Including derivative financial instruments of
(2) Interest accrued and amortization of borrowing costs for the period are included in increases.
Borrowings excluding derivative financial instruments
| (in millions of euros) | < 1 YEAR | 1 TO 3 YEARS | 3 TO 5 YEARS | > 5 YEARS | TOTAL |
| Carrying amount as of | 814 | 1,579 | 1,308 | 1,038 | 4,739 |
| Carrying amount as of | 816 | 1,583 | 1,312 | 1,046 | 4,757 |
In order to comply with the Group’s financing policy, substantially all borrowings are long term and at fixed interest rates.
As of
The bond issues and borrowings from financial institutions described above include customary early redemption clauses. These clauses include cross-default and change-in-control clauses which apply to all of the borrowings.
None of the bond issues have a financial covenant.
On
In
Amounts drawn on this facility carry floating interest indexed on the SOFR, SONIA, and EURIBOR rates. This credit facility is not subject to any covenant.
No amounts had been drawn down on the facility as of either
Commercial papers
Borrowings under the
NOTE 9. OTHER INFORMATION
9.1 Income tax
The effective tax rate for the first half Fiscal 2026 is 25.9%. In comparison, the effective tax rate for the first half Fiscal 2025 was 19.5%, mainly impacted by the updated risk relating to tax audit at
9.2 Compensation of members of the Board of Directors and the Global Executive Team
There were no significant changes from the fiscal year ended
9.3 Related parties information
Non-consolidated companies
Transactions with non-consolidated companies are similar in nature to those described in note 14.3, "Related parties" to the consolidated financial statements for the fiscal year ended
Principal shareholder
As of
In the first half Fiscal 2026,
9.4 Subsequent events
No major events have occurred since the closing of the period.
9.5 Changes in main currency exchange rates
The following table presents changes in exchange rates for the main currencies used to convert the financial statements of subsidiaries compared with the first half of the prior fiscal year:
| Currency | CLOSING RATE AS OF | AVERAGE RATE FOR FIRST HALF FISCAL 2026 | CLOSING RATE AS OF | CLOSING RATE AS OF | AVERAGE RATE FOR FIRST HALF FISCAL 2025 |
| 1.181 | 1.171 | 1.166 | 1.041 | 1.070 | |
| Pound Sterling (GBP) | 0.876 | 0.873 | 0.867 | 0.826 | 0.834 |
| Brazilian real (BRL) | 6.086 | 6.260 | 6.325 | 6.071 | 6.240 |
3. Statutory Auditors' Review Report on the Half-yearly Financial Information
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This is a free translation into English of the statutory auditors’ review report on the half-yearly financial information issued in French and is provided solely for the convenience of English-speaking users. This report includes information relating to the specific verification of information given in the Group’s half-yearly management report. This report should be read in conjunction with, and construed in accordance with, French law and professional standards applicable in
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Statutory auditors’ review report on the half-yearly financial information
Period from
To the Shareholders,
In compliance with the assignment entrusted to us by your annual general meetings and in accordance with the requirements of Article L. 451-1-2 III of the French Monetary and Financial Code (Code monétaire et financier), we hereby report to you on:
- the review of the accompanying condensed half-yearly consolidated financial statements of
Sodexo , for the period fromSeptember 1 st, 2025, toFebruary 28 th, 2026; - the verification of the information presented in the half-yearly management report.
These condensed half-yearly consolidated financial statements were prepared under the responsibility of the Board of Directors. Our role is to express a conclusion on these financial statements based on our review.
I. Conclusion on the financial statements
We conducted our review in accordance with professional standards applicable in
A review of interim financial information consists of making inquiries, primarily of persons responsible for financial and accounting matters, and applying analytical and other review procedures. A review is substantially less in scope than an audit conducted in accordance with professional standards applicable in
Based on our review, nothing has come to our attention that causes us to believe that the accompanying condensed half-yearly consolidated financial statements are not prepared, in all material respects, in accordance with IAS 34 - standard of the IFRSs as adopted by the
II. Specific verification
We have also verified the information presented in the half-yearly management report on the condensed half-yearly consolidated financial statements subject of our review. We have no matters to report as to its fair presentation and consistency with the condensed half-yearly consolidated financial statements.
| The Statutory auditors French original signed by | ||
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| Soraya Ghannem | ||
| Partner | Partner | Partner |
4. Statement of responsibility for the Interim Financial Report
Group Chief Executive Officer
Responsibility for the Half Year Financial Report
Issy-les-Moulineaux,
I hereby affirm that to the best of my knowledge the condensed financial statements presented for the half-year just ended have been prepared in accordance with the applicable accounting standards and provide a fair view of the assets, financial position, and profits of
Chief Executive Officer
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