2018 Q2 Release
“These quarterly results show our branding efforts are gaining traction,” says Cooks Executive Chairman Keith Jackson. “The new and refurbished stores emphasis Esquires Organic and Fairtrade credentials, within a quirky and up-to-date brand livery. Coupled with Cooks global supply and back office systems, the Esquires brand adds up to a proposition that is resonating for customers and driving improvements in transaction volumes and values across the network.
“Store network growth has been slower than in previous quarters. In the year to September we opened 14 new stores. However, these gains were offset by the closure of 11 stores, including five stores in China and four stores in the Middle East.