Greggs raises profit outlook and plans plant closures

Greggs raised its annual profit outlook following stronger third-quarter sales. The British bakery chain also announced plans to close four manufacturing sites in an efficiency drive.

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A woman walks past a branch of British bakery chain Greggs in London, Britain, September 29, 2026. REUTERS/Hiba Kola

GREGGS PLC raised its annual profit outlook on Wednesday morning after third-quarter sales rose 3.4%, alongside plans to close four manufacturing sites. The bakery chain expects a modestly improved outcome for 2026, beating previous forecasts of a £172 million ($228 million) pretax profit. Shares rose 6.5% following the announcement.

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