Overview
- Chief operating officer Nicola Frampton takes over as interim chief executive while the board begins a formal search for a permanent successor.
- The strategy to acquire a second fast-food brand is paused, and a capital markets day scheduled for 9 December is postponed.
- Directors say they will review capital allocation priorities in conjunction with incoming chief financial officer Andy Andrea, with interim finance arrangements in place until his arrival.
- Domino’s shares have fallen sharply this year, and the stock recently ranked among the UK’s most shorted based on Financial Conduct Authority disclosures.
- Management says core operational initiatives continue, including product innovation, a wider Chick ’N’ Dip rollout next year and a loyalty program targeted for 2026.