We’ve had a good start to the year with more balanced topline delivery. Although stronger volumes benefitted from calendar phasing and an earlier Easter, we delivered solid comparable volume growth and share gains driven by great execution. Our consumers continued to enjoy a wonderful portfolio of beverages; our revenue growth reflecting the ongoing demand for value from consumers but also for exciting innovation and premiumisation across a broad pack offering.
Our categories continue to grow strongly, especially in zeros, and we remain the leading value creator for our customers supported by our brand partners.
Whilst the consumer environment remains challenging and the full impact of the situation in the Middle East is uncertain, we are resilient. We continue to actively manage pricing, promotions, discretionary spend and efficiencies alongside bringing excitement to customers and consumers, like the FIFA World Cup. We are also investing more than ever in growth, from technology and AI, to more coolers and our new plant in the Philippines.
Today’s dividend declaration, reaffirmation of our full year guidance for 2026 and ongoing share buybacks demonstrate the strength of our business and our ability to deliver continued shareholder value. We are confident we have the right strategy, executed sustainably, to deliver on our mid-term objectives.
