Well done XP Factory - a corker18 Jan 2024 09:13
The RNS speaks for itself - so I won't go into lots of detail.
I love the inclusion of the words 'exceptiona', 'very strong' 'delighted' and 'notable increase' are all words reserved for only the very besy RNS updates. These are audited documents and words matter
'strong operating leverage in H2 2023'
This effectivley says that their cost base stayed boradly stable in H2 but they were able to increase EBITDA / Profit by increasing revenue.
I've discussed on here before why I thought H2 would be so strong for this compnay:
Both brands will naturally be more in demand in Q4
Not only does footfall increase massively: (1) They can fill ordinarily quiet times with lucrative corporate bookings and (2) they can charge more for group bookings in Q4 because of the significant demand for Xmas parties.
Personally, my eyes are on the growing EBITDA performance.
However, I know some like to look at Net Profit/Loss. XPF made a loss of £1.5m in H1. But with H2 revenue up +38% vs H1 - I would expect them to show a profit for the 12 months. (As i expect the extra £7-8m to tranlate to £3-5m additonal EBITDA given the 'strong operation leverage statement'
Final comment - the success here is two-fold. They have two great assets in the Escape Hunt and Boom brands. But, for me, It's the people that make this business; (1)the leadership and head office have laid the foundations and (2) the amazing people in the field giving blood, sweat, tears, smiles, endless enthiusiasm and energy to their roles.
Well done Team XP