Manchester United Plc ($MANU) Stock: Surges 18% After Club Confirms Compliance with PSR Rules

TLDR

$MANU stock rose 18.83% to $16.41 on June 6 after Q3 earnings Club remains compliant with Premier League and UEFA financial rules Revenue grew 17.4% year-over-year, hitting £160.5 million Adjusted EBITDA surged 273.7% to £51.2 million Fiscal 2025 guidance raised, with tighter revenue expectations

Manchester United Plc ($MANU) stock closed at $16.41 on June 6, up 18.83%, after posting improved financial results for Q3 of fiscal 2025. Earnings were released for the quarter ended March 31, 2025.

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Despite a disappointing season that saw the men’s first team finish 15th and miss out on European football, the club reported a 17.4% increase in revenue to £160.5 million. Adjusted EBITDA hit £51.2 million, up from £13.7 million a year ago, helping the club post an operating profit of £700,000, reversing a £66.2 million loss in Q3 2024.

$MANU Manchester United (yes, the ⚽️ club) stock is +15.9% today

"Revenues increased 17.4% in the quarter, driven by additional matches as a result of strong performance in the Europa League"

Still haven't been profitable since Q4'19 pic.twitter.com/lAKMtHXcNX

— Stock Unlock (@stock_unlock) June 6, 2025

Financial Stability and Rule Compliance

Much of the stock’s gain came after United confirmed compliance with the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules and UEFA’s Financial Fair Play Regulations. Investors were previously concerned that the poor on-field performance might bring financial penalties.

The club alleviated those fears, stating its financial discipline remained intact and forecasting higher-end fiscal 2025 revenue of £660 million to £670 million and adjusted EBITDA of £180 million to £190 million.

Commercial, Matchday, and Broadcasting Revenue

Commercial revenue rose 7.3% to £74.7 million, led by a 4.4% increase in sponsorships thanks to the Qualcomm shirt deal. Retail and product licensing also grew 11.4%, supported by the new e-commerce partnership with SCAYLE.

Matchday revenue saw a notable 50.3% increase to £44.5 million due to four additional home matches and higher hospitality demand. Broadcasting revenue reached £41.3 million, boosted by extra UEFA Europa League fixtures.

Cost Reductions and Investments

Operating expenses dropped 20.4% year-over-year to £162.1 million, with employee benefit costs down 21.9% to £71.2 million, aided by January transfer window activity and staffing changes. Despite a rise in matchday and e-commerce costs, overall efficiency improved.

Investment in intangible assets climbed to £31.3 million due to new player signings, while £16.9 million was spent on upgrading the Carrington training facility.

Debt and Liquidity Update

United’s non-current USD borrowings remained at $650 million, though a favorable exchange rate reduced the GBP value to £500.9 million. Current borrowings increased to £212.3 million. The club ended the quarter with £73.2 million in cash, up from £67 million a year earlier. Net cash from operations was £22.3 million, a major turnaround from a £15.1 million outflow in Q3 2024.

CEO Omar Berrada acknowledged the club’s poor season performance but emphasized planned investments, including a new 100,000-seater stadium and continued training ground upgrades, reflecting a long-term vision for growth and competitiveness.

 

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