Guzman y Gomez (ASX:GYG) has served up a record-breaking financial performance for the first half of fiscal year 2026, driven by an aggressive expansion strategy and surging consumer demand.
The fast-casual Mexican chain reported a massive 18% increase in global network sales, reaching $681.8 million for the six months ended Dec. 31, 2025.
The company's profitability metrics were equally impressive, with group segment underlying EBITDA jumping 23.3% to $33 million.
The growth was spearheaded by the powerhouse Australia segment, which contributed $41.3 million in underlying EBITDA.
A standout highlight for investors was the performance of the drive-thru model, which achieved a 22% average restaurant margin, proving the efficiency of GYG’s high-speed service format.