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Patisserie Valerie posts loss but points to period of ‘stabilisation’

The bakery chain reported a £1.4m loss for the nine months to 31 December 2024 after a prior-year profit, but sold its first three franchises and recorded £75,000 in franchise fees. It also repaid a £1.25m loan and received a £750,000 Covid settlement.

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