Crosta Mollica’s revenues have leaped by more than a third (37.2%) as the company ramped up retail distribution and expanded into new channels and countries, according to fresh company accounts.
Turnover climbed £18.3m to reach £67.6m in the year to 30 June 2025, driven by 50% growth in its pizza sales.
It resulted in an 80% boost to operating profit, which rose to £7.6m. That came despite a slight squeeze on gross margins, which fell 0.3 percentage points.
The company – now the UK’s fourth-largest supermarket pizza brand, according to NIQ – took £8.5m in pre-tax profit, up from £4.5m in 2024.
“While the external environment presented challenges, including inflationary pressure and currency volatility, the business demonstrated resilience,” said a statement from directors attached to the accounts, adding that it had successfully maintained margins while continuing to invest for the long term.
Listing achievements including “significantly increased” distribution with existing retail partners, “comprehensive” investment in the brand, expansion into new retailers, countries and channels, the directors said the accomplishments “reinforced the strength of the brand and the continued consumer demand for premium, authentic Italian food”.
A spokeswoman added: “We are pleased with Crosta Mollica’s strong year-end results, which reflect continued momentum across both its UK and European markets.”
Nearly a fifth (18%) of the company’s income is denominated in euros, which the company noted has helped hedge against the effect of changing exchange rates.
The company was bought out in January 2024 by private equity firm Perwyn. Sky News reported in March 2026 that Premier Foods was exploring a potential £200m bid for the business.
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