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Business · 21 July 2026

British pub chain Marston’s says stronger trading will speed up profit plans

British pub chain Marston’s says stronger trading will speed up profit plans

Better trading at its sports-focused pubs and other improvements have increased customer numbers and lifted profits, the pub group said. Marston’s said on Tuesday it now expects to meet its medium-term core profit margin target ahead of schedule. The update adds to confidence that its strategy is improving how its pubs perform.

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