Romanian food service company Sphera Franchise Group reports increased sales in Q1 of 2026

Sphera Franchise Group (BVB: SFG), the operator of the Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, and KFC chains in Romania and Moldova, with locations in Italy as well, recorded a positive start to 2026, reporting consolidated sales of RON 378 million in Q1 2026, up 4.2% compared to the same period last year.

Growth was driven by the return to positive performance of KFC Romania, the Group’s main business engine, and by the strong evolution of Taco Bell. Sales reflected the contribution of restaurants opened in 2025, four new units in Romania (KFC), Italy (KFC and Cioccolatitaliani), and the Republic of Moldova (KFC), as well as the continued attractiveness of the brands among consumers.