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Whitbread PLC navigates challenges with a £250 million share buyback program, restoring investor confidence and positioning the company for future growth despite a decline in profit and UK bookings.

Whitbread PLC’s profits declined due to cost pressures and reduced UK bookings, but shares rose on a £250 million share buyback announcement and plans for hotel expansion.

Whitbread PLC reported a decline in profit before tax for the fiscal year ending February 2025, but launched a £250 million share buyback program to return value to shareholders.