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EPISODE · May 6, 2026 · 1 MIN

Wetherspoons Profit Warning: Hospitality Sector in Tight Squeeze

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Wetherspoons, the UKs largest pub chain, issues another profit warning due to surging costs, with like-for-like sales growth slowing to 3.4% in the latest quarter. Martin blames energy, wages, repairs, and business rates for lower profits. The hospitality sector faces higher wages, National Insurance, and business rates, leading experts to warn of potential cutbacks as costs rise and consumer confidence wanes. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9e86356046b92247

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