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Marston’s like-for-like sales dip, but Grandstand pubs and World Cup trading drive growth

The pub operator reported year-to-date like-for-like sales down 1.6%, offset by 30% growth at Grandstand pubs and strong World Cup trading. EBITDA margin expansion is ahead of schedule, with share buybacks planned for FY2027.

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