Sodexo Announces 3.3% Organic Growth for Fiscal Year 2025
Sodexo has reported its results for fiscal year 2025, revealing an organic growth of 3.3% and an operating margin of 4.7%.
Financial Performance Overview
According to the results released by Sodexo for fiscal year 2025, consolidated revenue reached 24.1 billion euros, marking an increase of 1.2% compared to the previous year. The organic revenue growth was 3.3%, despite the negative impact of currency effects, which reduced revenues by 1.8%. By region, North America experienced an organic growth of 2.8%, Europe 1.7%, and the Rest of the World 7.5%. Operating income improved to 1.1 billion euros, with a stable operating margin of 4.7%, up by 10 basis points at constant exchange rates.
Dividend Policy and Strategic Developments
Sodexo proposes a dividend of 2.70 euros per share, in line with its distribution policy. The board of directors also announced the appointment of Thierry Delaporte as the new CEO starting November 10, 2025. The group continued to reorganize its financial structure, including the repayment of a 700 million euro bond and the issuance of a new 1.1 billion US dollar bond. The company also plans to acquire Grupo Mediterránea in Spain by the end of the year, thereby strengthening its presence in Europe.
Outlook for Fiscal Year 2026
For fiscal year 2026, Sodexo anticipates organic revenue growth between 1.5% and 2.5%. However, the operating margin may slightly decrease compared to 2025. The company remains focused on improving its performance in the United States, particularly in the education sector, and has recently reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable practices, such as significant reduction of carbon emissions and initiatives to reduce food waste.
