Everyman Media Group (LSE:EMAN) reported revenue of £69.8 million for the first half of 2026, an increase of 23.5% compared with the prior-year period.
Admissions increased 20.5% to 2.6 million, while the company’s share of the UK box office rose to 6.4%.
Adjusted EBITDA after IFRS 16 increased 32% to £10.8 million. Everyman also reported a statutory profit before tax of £1.9 million, compared with a loss in the corresponding period.
Net Bank Debt Falls to £17.4 Million
Everyman reported net bank debt of £17.4 million at the end of the period.
The company attributed its first-half performance in part to the film release schedule and an increase in membership.
Everyman is continuing to plan additional venues, with new locations scheduled to begin opening from 2027. The company intends to fund these developments from free cash flow.
Investment Continues Across Technology and Customer Operations
The group is investing in technology, customer relationship management systems and staff training, alongside developing additional commercial partnerships.
These initiatives form part of Everyman’s strategy for its cinema estate, including its approach to pricing and customer spending per visit.
Full-Year Performance Expected Slightly Ahead of 2025
Management said it remains mindful of the economic environment and the importance of fourth-quarter trading to the full-year result.
Based on current expectations, Everyman anticipates that its full-year 2026 performance will be slightly ahead of 2025.
This remains management guidance and is dependent on trading during the remainder of the financial year.
Everyman Media Operations
Everyman Media Group is a UK cinema operator offering film screenings alongside food and beverage services.
The company operates venues across the UK and positions its cinemas around a hospitality-led model combining film programming with in-house food and drink.
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