Westlife Foodworld Limited has announced its participation in the J.P. Morgan India Conference scheduled for September 21, 2026. The company will engage with analysts and institutional investors in a group setting, with the meeting conducted in person. This interaction provides stakeholders an opportunity to discuss the company’s strategic direction and operational performance directly with management.

The disclosure was made in compliance with Regulation 30 read with Part A of Schedule III of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Westlife Foodworld submitted the intimation to both the BSE Ltd and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited on August 11, 2026.

Meeting Details

The schedule for the investor interaction is outlined below:

The company noted that the schedule and mode of the meeting are subject to change due to exigencies. Any presentations discussed or referred to by company officials during the meet will be hosted on the Investors page of the company’s website.

Regulatory Compliance

The announcement was signed by Dr. Shatadru Sengupta, Company Secretary, on behalf of Westlife Foodworld Limited. The filing confirms the company’s adherence to SEBI’s listing obligations regarding the disclosure of analyst and institutional investor meetings.

Westlife Foodworld reported a 12% year-on-year revenue increase to ₹7.36 billion for Q1FY27, driven by robust guest count expansion and resilient profitability. The quick service restaurant operator delivered its strongest quarterly business growth in recent periods, with Same Store Sales Growth (SSSG) improving to 4.3%. In a significant development for shareholders, the Board of Directors approved an interim dividend of ₹0.40 per equity share, underscoring confidence in sustained operational leverage and cash generation capabilities amidst India’s competitive QSR sector.

The results were announced on July 30, 2026, following a Board meeting that commenced at 12:00 noon and concluded at 1:00 p.m. In compliance with Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, Westlife Foodworld submitted the earnings presentation and conference call transcript to both the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange of India Ltd (NSE). The financial data reflects operations for the quarter ended June 30, 2026.

Financial Performance Overview

Key financial metrics for Q1FY27 highlight consistent top-line growth alongside stable margins:

Same Store Sales Growth (SSSG) improved significantly to 4.3%, marking the strongest momentum in recent past periods. May and June recorded particularly strong performances with mid-single-digit SSSG levels. On-premise sales, comprising dine-in and takeaway, contributed 59% of system sales, while off-premise channels continued to grow, with McDelivery reinforcing its position as a key growth engine.

What the Numbers Show

The divergence between the 12% revenue growth and the 10.7% Operating EBITDA growth indicates that while top-line expansion is robust, operating leverage is being carefully managed rather than aggressively expanded. With Cash PAT standing at ₹516.8 million (7.0% of sales), the company demonstrates efficient cash conversion. The maintenance of an 18.6% Restaurant Operating Margin suggests that input cost inflation has been largely passed on to consumers or offset by operational efficiencies, preserving bottom-line health despite volume-driven revenue increases. Adjusted gross margin remained flat at 67.6% compared to Q1FY26, impacted by higher food and packaging costs, though management expects inflationary headwinds to ease.

Strategic Initiatives and Network Expansion

Westlife Foodworld added 5 restaurants during the quarter, expanding its footprint to 482 restaurants across 79 cities, while closing one location. The company remains on track to achieve its target of 580-630 restaurants by December 2027. Digital adoption deepened significantly, with digital channels contributing approximately 74% of sales, an increase of 150 basis points year-on-year. The McDonald's app ecosystem crossed 55 million cumulative downloads, and monthly active users rose above 3.7 million, highlighting the strength of its omni-channel platform.

The Everyday Value platform at ₹99 remained the primary catalyst for guest count growth. Additionally, the company launched the "Let's Family at McD" brand campaign to commemorate 30 years of McDonald's in India, aiming to enhance consumer relevance and top-of-mind recall. Amit Jatia, Chairperson, noted that the strong start to FY27 reflects the strength of the value platform and disciplined execution, positioning the company well for sustainable growth.

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