WESTLIFE FOODWORLD LIMITED — PPTs, 30-07-2026: Investor Presentation
Westlife Foodworld (McDonald's India) reported a strong Q1 FY27.
1. **Business Performance:** Sales grew 12% YoY to ₹735.6 Cr, with Same-Store Sales Growth (SSSG) improving to 4.3%. This was fueled by double-digit guest count growth, especially in West and South markets. On-premise sales contributed 59%, with McDelivery continuing to be a key growth driver.
2. **Growth Drivers or Strategy:** The company focuses on three strategic areas: enhancing restaurants & brand, cost leadership, and a winning consumer proposition. Key initiatives include driving guest growth through value, iconic experiences, and aggressive network expansion aiming for 580-630 restaurants by December 2027.
3. **Recent Developments:** A new 'Let’s Family at McD' brand anthem launched, celebrating 30 years. The limited-time Mango Burst Range was introduced. Digital sales now contribute 74%, up 150 bps YoY, driven by strong engagement on the app (+55 mn cumulative downloads) and self-ordering kiosks.
4. **Key Financial Metrics:** Operating EBITDA increased 11% YoY to ₹94.6 Cr (12.9% margin). Cash Profit After Tax (PAT) rose 9% YoY to ₹51.7 Cr (7.0% margin). Average Unit Volume (AUV) for comparable stores stood at ₹6.08 Cr.
5. **Management Commentary / Outlook:** Management reported the best quarterly business growth recently. They anticipate inflationary pressures to ease, expecting gross margins to remain above 67% in the near to mid-term, while staying on track with their ambitious store expansion targets.
