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COMPANY REGISTRATION NUMBER: 16065417
GB Brands Europe Limited
Financial Statements
31 December 2025
GB Brands Europe Limited
Financial Statements
Period from 7 November 2024 to 31 December 2025
Contents
Page
Officers and professional advisers
1
Strategic report
2
Directors' report
7
Independent auditor's report to the members
10
Consolidated statement of comprehensive income
14
Consolidated statement of financial position
15
Company statement of financial position
16
Consolidated statement of changes in equity
17
Company statement of changes in equity
18
Consolidated statement of cash flows
19
Notes to the financial statements
20
GB Brands Europe Limited
Officers and Professional Advisers
The board of directors
A Weinstein
E Esses
J. E Setton
R Batra
R Batra
P Rudran
Company secretary
P. Rudran
Registered office
Unit 1, Colonial Business Park
Colonial Way
Watford
Hertfordshire
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Auditor
SRV Delson
Chartered Certified Accountants & Statutory Auditors
Maruti House
1st Floor
369 Station Road
Harrow
HA1 2AW
Solicitors
Gunnercooke
1 Cornhill
London
EC3V 3ND
GB Brands Europe Limited
Strategic Report
Period from 7 November 2024 to 31 December 2025
The directors hereby present their group strategic report and the audited financial statements of GB Brands Europe Ltd group for the period ended 31 December 2025.
Principal activities
GB Brands Europe Ltd group ("Group") is engaged in the development and distribution of apparel, footwear and accessories via GB Brands Europe Ltd and GB Brands Europe BV. The business operates through both wholesale and direct - to - consumer or e-commerce channels across Europe and the UK. The Group's product offering spans a wide range of categories including activewear, sportswear, sleepwear, and loungewear clothing and footwear for men, women, and children. The Group's core strategy is to grow a strong and distinctive sportswear and lifestyle brand through customer engagement, product innovation and targeted market expansion.
Business review and financial performance
The year ended 31 December 2025 was the first year of operation during which the Group acquired the Reebok® license on the 14 February 2025 and began its business. The Group shall continue to build on the success of the Reebok® brand, which has remained a strong performer in the global market. The brand has dedicated teams, ERP system, and accounting infrastructure. This structure ensures that the brand can be managed in a focused, agile, and brand-specific manner. As a start up business the Group has no prior year data for comparative performance. Revenue for the period totalled £69.9m, approximately 90% of which was generated through the European region. Overall Margin for the year of 29.8% reflects the customer base serviced by the Company. The business made an Operating Loss of £10.5m and a Loss after Tax of £10.1m as selling, marketing, distribution, operating and financing costs exceeded income generated. The Group is focused on growing Revenue and managing costs in the coming years to move into a stronger financial position. The net stock position of the Group (£42.3m) reflects the normal seasonal flow of the business together with the impact of the stock purchased as part of securing the Reebok® brand rights for Europe. A reduction in stock holding over coming seasons is anticipated. A healthy debtor book of £18.5m is reported and supported by credit insurance. Base debtor days of 63 is in line with blended customer credit terms in the industry. Given the Operating Loss of the year the Group reports a negative equity position of £10.1m with £12.9m of liabilities to shareholder businesses Group owing as of 31st December 2025.
Going concern and liquidity
The Group is projecting a significant improvement in profitability in the coming years and is supported by its shareholders as it expands. The Group has developed a 3-year plan that shows the business transitioning into profitability that has been reviewed and approved by the Board. The support of the shareholders and HSBC Bank remain in place with projections on liquidity showing reduced reliance as the business grows. The shareholders have provided loans and adequate HSBC banking facility in order to to support and finance the Group's working capital requirements.
Key performance indicators
The directors monitor a wide range of key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess both financial and operational performance. These indicators help ensure that the brand is aligned with the broader strategic goals of the Group. The main KPIs include: Turnover:Reflects the overall revenue generated by the brand. Gross Profit Margin:Indicates the profitability of core activities before the overheads. Profit/(Loss)Before Tax:Captures overall business performance before tax. Liquidity:Indicates available funds to support the business. Forward Sales Order Book:Tracks confirmed future orders and demand forecasts. Purchase Order Log:Helps manage supply chain commitments and stock planning. Expansion into New Markets:Drives geographic and demographic growth. Free to sell stock report:Highlights further revenue opportunities. Performance against these KPIs is reviewed regularly by management and is used to guide investment, resourcing, and operational priorities.
Principal risks and uncertainties
The Group, like others in the sportswear and retail sector, is exposed to a number of business risks and uncertainties. The directors take a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating these risks and ensure that robust systems and controls are in place across the organisation. Key risks include: Going Concern: The Group has the support of its ultimate shareholders to support the business as it matures. Forecasts and long terms projections are updated to ensure appropriate levels of liquidity are maintained. Competition: The Group operates in a vibrant and competitive sector of the market and works with product and marketing teams to keep the business competitive across the range maintaining and increasing brand demand, product margins and consumer confidence. Credit Risk: Mitigated through the use of credit insurance and strict credit control processes. Foreign Currency Risk: Managed the risk using forward contracts to reduce exposure to exchange rate volatility. Stock Risk: Controlled by encouraging forward sales orders and maintaining strict purchasing policies aligned with demand forecasts and mitigating excess stock exposure. Operational Risk: Reduced through investment in ERP systems, risk-based internal audits, and strong management oversight with focus on fraud, compliance and regulatory exposures. Supply chain and logistic risks are managed at a group level with strong third-party organisations providing these services to the business. IT and cybersecurity risk: the Group takes advantage of the support provided by its related businesses that provide IT services including cyber insurance coverage. Licensing and Brand Risk: Managed by maintaining close relationships with brand licensors and delivering consistent brand value. The Group maintains a business continuity framework and contingency plans to deal with unexpected disruptions, whether internal or external.
Research and development
Innovation remains central to the Group's growth strategy. The Group continues to invest in research and development across all product lines through its partners in Reebok®. Efforts focus on improving product functionality, fit, technology, and design aesthetics in line with customer expectations and market trends. In parallel, the Group is committed to advancing its sustainability objectives. These include reducing the environmental impact of materials and manufacturing, improving packaging solutions, and ensuring full compliance with ethical, environmental sourcing standards. By embedding social responsibility and sustainability into the product development process, the Group aims to create long-term value for consumers, licensors, and shareholders alike.
Business relationships
Long-term partnerships with the brand allows suppliers to create great products, build volume at equitable prices and give them confidence to invest in sustainable solutions and innovation. Our trusted partnerships with suppliers allows the group to deliver the most exciting innovation, highest quality products in the most sustainable way, to drive our vision and the success of the Group forward. Our customers are at the heart of our business. Maintaining and growing their enthusiasm and loyalty for the brands ensuring the continued success of the business. This year the Board focused on customers through various immersion sessions, focus groups and store visits. This feedback help us to better understand our customers preferences in areas such as product development, category transformation, packaging and sustainability, bringing customers into the decision-making and allowing them to see results first hand. Most of our customers have told us that receiving good value from the products they choose and getting deliveries on time was important to them.
S172 statement
The directors of the Group recognise their duty to act in a manner they consider, in good faith, would most likely promote the success of the Group for the benefit of its members. In carrying out this duty, the directors consider a range of stakeholders and broader environmental, social, and governance factors that contribute to the long-term success and sustainability of the business. Throughout the period ended 31 December 2025, the directors have acted with integrity, exercising independent judgment and sound decision-making: a) The Likely Consequences of Any Decision in the Long Term Long-term strategic thinking continues to shape the direction and operations of the Group. In 2025, this was demonstrated by the acquisition of new brand licences Reebok® in February 2025, marking a significant milestone in the Group's strategy. The directors are also continuing to support long-term infrastructure. This structure enables tailored brand strategies, clearer accountability, and long-term brand integrity. Investments in digital platforms, ERP systems, Accounting system, WMS systems, E-Commerce, Business intelligence, Market place, Product compliance and Operational infrastructure were also made to ensure the business is equipped for future growth and complexity. b) The Need to Foster the Group's Business Relationships with Suppliers, Customers and Others The success of the Group is built on strong, trust-based relationships with external stakeholders. The directors have overseen the continuation of collaborative partnerships with global brand licensors, manufacturers, distribution partners, wholesale and retail customers. Regular engagement with our suppliers, including factory audits and supplier meetings, ensures standards are upheld and aligned with our business values. Customer feedback, market trends, and data insights are consistently used to inform product development, category expansion, and marketing strategy. Building and maintaining these relationships is not only key to delivering value in the present, but also to securing opportunities and trust for the future. c) The Impact of the Group's Operations on the Community and the Environment The Group recognises its responsibility to minimise its environmental impact and contribute positively to the communities in which it operates. In 2025, the Group continued to invest in sustainable product innovation, sourcing materials with reduced environmental impact and working with suppliers that meet ethical labour and social standards. Sustainability objectives, including reducing waste, improving packaging, and increasing supply chain transparency, are integrated into the operational strategy. The business also supports charitable causes and community initiatives, particularly those aligned with youth engagement, education, sports and social mobility. d) The Desirability of Maintaining a Reputation for High Standards of Business Conduct The directors are committed to maintaining a corporate culture that reflects high ethical standards and professional conduct. Policies on anti-bribery, modern slavery, data protection, and fair trading are regularly reviewed and communicated to all employees and suppliers. The Group has systems in place to ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and contractual obligations. Internal controls and independent audits support transparency and accountability in all business operations, safeguarding the reputation of the Group and its brands. e) The Need to Act Fairly Between Members of the Group The directors are mindful of their duty to treat all shareholders fairly and to consider their interests in strategic and operational decisions. While the Group remains privately held, transparency, open communication, and timely financial reporting are core principles that govern shareholder relations. Decisions regarding reinvestment, dividends, and financial risk are made in the context of long-term value creation for all members. f) Stakeholder Engagement and Decision-Making Process As part of good governance, the board actively engages with key stakeholders and ensures that their views and interests are considered in strategic planning. Where appropriate, external advisors are consulted to support complex decision-making. Risk assessments are conducted regularly, and sustainability, financial resilience, and brand integrity are central to every material decision made.
This report was approved by the board of directors on 23 September 2026 and signed on behalf of the board by:
P Rudran
Director
Registered office:
Unit 1, Colonial Business Park
Colonial Way
Watford
Hertfordshire
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GB Brands Europe Limited
Directors' Report
Period from 7 November 2024 to 31 December 2025
The directors present their report and the financial statements of the group for the Period ended 31 December 2025 .
Directors
The directors who served the company during the Period were as follows:
A Weinstein
(Appointed 6 February 2025)
E Esses
(Appointed 6 February 2025)
J. E Setton
(Appointed 6 February 2025)
R Batra
(Appointed 7 November 2024)
R Batra
(Appointed 14 February 2025)
P Rudran
(Appointed 7 November 2024)
Dividends
The directors do not recommend the payment of a dividend.
Future developments
The Group has successfully established itself in the first year of operations and looks forward to expanding its business with both current and new partners across the UK and Europe. As part of the drive to improve efficiencies the Group is focused on clearing down inventory acquired upon start up and improving the speed of customer service. Investments in marketing to support the brand growth will continue as will the strengthening of the team provided by our service providers.
Employment of disabled persons
The Company operates an equal opportunities policy. The aim of this policy is to ensure that there should be equal opportunity for all and this applies to external recruitment, internal appointments, terms of employment, conditions of service and opportunity for training and promotion regardless of gender, ethnic origin or disability. Disabled persons are given full and fair consideration for all types of vacancy in as much as the opportunities available are constrained by the practical limitations of the disability. Should for whatever reason, an employee of the Company become disabled whilst in employment, every step, where appropriate, will be taken to assist with rehabilitation and suitable retraining. The Company maintains its own health, safety and environmental policies covering all aspects of its operations. Regular meetings and inspections take place to ensure all legal requirements are adhered to and that the Company is responsible for the needs of the employees and the environment.
Employee involvement
Within the bounds of commercial confidentiality, the Company endeavours to keep the staff at all levels informed of matters that affect the progress of the Company and are of interest to them as employees
Financial instruments
The Group utilises forward currency contracts to manage exchange rate exposure between GBP, Euro and USD, the currencies in which products are purchased and sold. Management monitors the exposure and address them as necessary.
The Group holds credit insurance to cover debtor exposure and actively works with the provider to manage credit risk.
Events after the end of the reporting period
There were no material events after 31st December 2025 that affected the Group's position or expectations. The directors believe that their approach to governance, strategy, and stakeholder engagement continues to support the sustainable success of the Group, ensuring it is well-positioned to grow and thrive in the years to come.
Disclosure of information in the strategic report
The company has chosen in accordance with s.414C(11) Companies Act 2006 to set out in the company's strategic report information required by Schedule 7 of the Large and Medium-sized Companies and Groups (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 to be contained in the directors' report. It has done so in respect of future developments, research and development and financial instruments.
Directors' responsibilities statement
The directors are responsible for preparing the strategic report, directors' report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and regulations. Company law requires the directors to prepare financial statements for each financial Period. Under that law the directors have elected to prepare the financial statements in accordance with United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice (United Kingdom Accounting Standards and applicable law). Under company law the directors must not approve the financial statements unless they are satisfied that they give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the group and the company and the profit or loss of the group for that period. In preparing these financial statements, the directors are required to: - select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently; - make judgments and accounting estimates that are reasonable and prudent. The directors are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the company's transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the company and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the company and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities. Auditors
Each of the persons who is a director at the date of approval of this report confirms that:
- so far as they are aware, there is no relevant audit information of which the group and the company's auditor is unaware; and - they have taken all steps that they ought to have taken as a director to make themselves aware of any relevant audit information and to establish that the group and the company's auditor is aware of that information. A resolution to reappoint SRV Delson as auditors will be proposed at the forthcoming Annual General Meeting.
This report was approved by the board of directors on 23 September 2026 and signed on behalf of the board by:
P Rudran
Director
Registered office:
Unit 1, Colonial Business Park
Colonial Way
Watford
Hertfordshire
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GB Brands Europe Limited
Independent Auditor's Report to the Members of GB Brands Europe Limited
Period from 7 November 2024 to 31 December 2025
Opinion
We have audited the financial statements of GB Brands Europe Limited (the 'parent company') and its subsidiaries (the 'group') for the Period ended 31 December 2025 which comprise the consolidated statement of comprehensive income, consolidated statement of financial position, company statement of financial position, consolidated statement of changes in equity, company statement of changes in equity, consolidated statement of cash flows and the related notes, including a summary of significant accounting policies. The financial reporting framework that has been applied in their preparation is applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards, including FRS 102 The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice). In our opinion the financial statements: - give a true and fair view of the state of the group's and of the parent company's affairs as at 31 December 2025 and of the group's loss for the Period then ended; - have been properly prepared in accordance with United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice; - have been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006.
Basis for opinion
We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (UK) (ISAs (UK)) and applicable law. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the auditor's responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements section of our report. We are independent of the group in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the financial statements in the UK, including the FRC’s Ethical Standard, and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.
Conclusions relating to going concern
In auditing the financial statements, we have concluded that the directors' use of the going concern basis of accounting in the preparation of the financial statements is appropriate.
Based on the work we have performed, we have not identified any material uncertainties relating to events or conditions that, individually or collectively, may cast significant doubt on the group's or the parent company's ability to continue as a going concern for a period of at least twelve months from when the financial statements are authorised for issue.
Our responsibilities and the responsibilities of the directors with respect to going concern are described in the relevant sections of this report.
Other information
The other information comprises the information included in the annual report, other than the financial statements and our auditor’s report thereon. The directors are responsible for the other information. Our opinion on the financial statements does not cover the other information and, except to the extent otherwise explicitly stated in our report, we do not express any form of assurance conclusion thereon. In connection with our audit of the financial statements, our responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the audit or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If we identify such material inconsistencies or apparent material misstatements, we are required to determine whether there is a material misstatement in the financial statements or a material misstatement of the other information. If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information, we are required to report that fact. We have nothing to report in this regard.
Opinions on other matters prescribed by the Companies Act 2006
In our opinion, based on the work undertaken in the course of the audit:
- the information given in the strategic report and the directors' report for the financial Period for which the financial statements are prepared is consistent with the financial statements; and
- the strategic report and the directors' report have been prepared in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
Matters on which we are required to report by exception
In the light of the knowledge and understanding of the group and the parent company and its environment obtained in the course of the audit, we have not identified material misstatements in the strategic report or the directors' report. We have nothing to report in respect of the following matters in relation to which the Companies Act 2006 requires us to report to you if, in our opinion: - adequate accounting records have not been kept by the parent company, or returns adequate for our audit have not been received from branches not visited by us; or - the parent company financial statements are not in agreement with the accounting records and returns; or - certain disclosures of directors' remuneration specified by law are not made; or - we have not received all the information and explanations we require for our audit.
Responsibilities of directors
As explained more fully in the directors' responsibilities statement, the directors are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements and for being satisfied that they give a true and fair view, and for such internal control as the directors determine is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. In preparing the financial statements, the directors are responsible for assessing the group's and the parent company's ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the directors either intend to liquidate the group or the parent company or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so.
Auditor's responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with ISAs (UK) will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial statements. Irregularities, including fraud, are instances of non-compliance with laws and regulations. We design procedures in line with our responsibilities, outlined above, to detect material misstatements in respect of irregularities, including fraud. The extent to which our procedures are capable of detecting irregularities, including fraud is detailed below: Enquiry of management and those charged with governance around actual and potential litigation and claims; Performing audit work over the risk of management override of controls. including testing of journal entries and other adjustments for appropriateness, evaluating the business rationale of significant transactions outside the normal course of business and reviewing accounting estimates for bias. Reviewing minutes of meetings of those charged with governance; Reviewing financial statement disclosures and testing to supporting documentation to assess compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Because of the inherent limitations of an audit, there is a risk that we will not detect all irregularities, including those leading to a material misstatement in the financial statements or non-compliance with regulation. This risk increases the more that compliance with a law or regulation is removed from the events and transactions reflected in the financial statements, as we will be less likely to become aware of instances of non-compliance. The risk is also greater regarding irregularities occurring due to fraud rather than error, as fraud involves intentional concealment, forgery, collusion, omission or misrepresentation. As part of an audit in accordance with ISAs (UK), we exercise professional judgment and maintain professional scepticism throughout the audit. We also: - Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control. - Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the group's internal control. - Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates and related disclosures made by the directors. - Conclude on the appropriateness of the directors' use of the going concern basis of accounting and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the group's or the parent company's ability to continue as a going concern. If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in our auditor’s report to the related disclosures in the financial statements or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of our auditor’s report. However, future events or conditions may cause the group or the parent company to cease to continue as a going concern. - Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the financial statements, including the disclosures, and whether the financial statements represent the underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation. - Obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence regarding the financial information of the entities or business activities within the group to express an opinion on the consolidated financial statements. We are responsible for the direction, supervision and performance of the group audit. We remain solely responsible for our audit opinion. We communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings, including any significant deficiencies in internal control that we identify during our audit. Use of our report
This report is made solely to the company's members, as a body, in accordance with chapter 3 of part 16 of the Companies Act 2006. Our audit work has been undertaken so that we might state to the company's members those matters we are required to state to them in an auditor's report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the company and the company's members as a body, for our audit work, for this report, or for the opinions we have formed.
Sailesh Rameshchandra Vaghjee
(Senior Statutory Auditor)
For and on behalf of
SRV Delson
Chartered Certified Accountants & Statutory Auditors
Maruti House
1st Floor
369 Station Road
Harrow
HA1 2AW
23 September 2026
GB Brands Europe Limited
Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income
Period from 7 November 2024 to 31 December 2025
Period from
7 Nov 24 to
31 Dec 25
Note
£
Turnover
4
69,852,170
Cost of sales
49,062,705
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Gross profit
20,789,465
Distribution costs
17,028,633
Administrative expenses
36,997,245
Other operating income
5
23,822,071
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Operating loss
6
( 9,414,342)
Other interest receivable and similar income
9
1,519,845
Interest payable and similar expenses
10
2,590,061
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Loss before taxation
( 10,484,558)
Tax on loss
11
( 429,020)
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Loss for the financial period and total comprehensive income
( 10,055,538)
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All the activities of the group are from continuing operations.
GB Brands Europe Limited
Consolidated Statement of Financial Position
31 December 2025
31 Dec 25
Note
£
Fixed assets
Tangible assets
12
911,312
Current assets
Stocks
14
42,271,352
Debtors
15
18,540,525
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60,811,877
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
Bank loans and overdrafts
12,471,521
Trade creditors
13,451,007
Amounts owed to group undertakings
12,941,335
Other creditors including taxation and social security
17
95,729
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38,959,592
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Net current assets
21,852,285
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Total assets less current liabilities
22,763,597
Provisions
18
( 429,020)
Accruals and deferred income
33,248,055
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Net liabilities
( 10,055,438)
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Capital and reserves
Called up share capital
22
100
Profit and loss account
23
( 10,055,538)
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Shareholders deficit
( 10,055,438)
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These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the medium companies regime.
These financial statements were approved by the board of directors and authorised for issue on 23 September 2026 , and are signed on behalf of the board by:
P Rudran
Director
Company registration number: 16065417
GB Brands Europe Limited
Company Statement of Financial Position
31 December 2025
31 Dec 25
Note
£
Fixed assets
Tangible assets
12
666,936
Investments
13
8,255
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675,191
Current assets
Stocks
14
1,173,089
Debtors
15
28,610,170
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29,783,259
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
Bank loans and overdrafts
18,269,442
Trade creditors
3,641,636
Amounts owed to group undertakings
7,596,673
Other creditors including taxation and social security
17
95,729
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29,603,480
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Net current assets
179,779
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Total assets less current liabilities
854,970
Accruals and deferred income
1,654,642
------------
Net liabilities
( 799,672)
------------
Capital and reserves
Called up share capital
22
100
Profit and loss account
23
( 799,772)
---------
Shareholders deficit
( 799,672)
---------
The loss for the financial Period of the parent company was £ 799,772 .
These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the medium companies regime.
These financial statements were approved by the board of directors and authorised for issue on 23 September 2026 , and are signed on behalf of the board by:
P Rudran
Director
Company registration number: 16065417
GB Brands Europe Limited
Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity
Period from 7 November 2024 to 31 December 2025
Called up share capital
Profit and loss account
Total
£
£
£
At 7 November 2024
–
–
–
Loss for the period
( 10,055,538)
( 10,055,538)
----
-------------
-------------
Total comprehensive income for the period
–
( 10,055,538)
( 10,055,538)
Issue of shares
100
–
100
----
----
----
Total investments by and distributions to owners
100
–
100
----
-------------
-------------
At 31 December 2025
100
( 10,055,538)
( 10,055,438)
----
-------------
-------------
GB Brands Europe Limited
Company Statement of Changes in Equity
Period from 7 November 2024 to 31 December 2025
Called up share capital
Profit and loss account
Total
£
£
£
At 7 November 2024
–
–
–
Loss for the period
( 799,772)
( 799,772)
----
---------
---------
Total comprehensive income for the period
–
( 799,772)
( 799,772)
Issue of shares
100
–
100
----
----
----
Total investments by and distributions to owners
100
–
100
----
---------
---------
At 31 December 2025
100
( 799,772)
( 799,672)
----
---------
---------
GB Brands Europe Limited
Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows
Period from 7 November 2024 to 31 December 2025
31 Dec 25
Note
£
Cash flows from operating activities
Loss for the financial period
( 10,055,538)
Adjustments for:
Depreciation of tangible assets
65,209
Other interest receivable and similar income
( 1,519,845)
Interest payable and similar expenses
2,590,061
Tax on loss
( 429,020)
Accrued expenses
24,081,684
Changes in:
Stocks
( 42,271,352)
Trade and other debtors
( 18,540,525)
Trade and other creditors
22,713,107
-------------
Cash generated from operations
( 23,366,219)
Interest paid
( 2,590,061)
Interest received
1,519,845
-------------
Net cash used in operating activities
( 24,436,435)
-------------
Cash flows from investing activities
Purchase of tangible assets
( 976,521)
-------------
Net cash used in investing activities
( 976,521)
-------------
Cash flows from financing activities
Proceeds from issue of ordinary shares
100
Proceeds from loans from group undertakings
12,941,335
-------------
Net cash from financing activities
12,941,435
-------------
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents
( 12,471,521)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period
–
-------------
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period
16
( 12,471,521)
-------------
GB Brands Europe Limited
Notes to the Financial Statements
Period from 7 November 2024 to 31 December 2025
1. General information
The company is a private company limited by shares, registered in England and Wales. The address of the registered office is Unit 1, Colonial Business Park, Colonial Way, Watford, WD24 4PR, Hertfordshire.
2. Statement of compliance
These financial statements have been prepared in compliance with FRS 102, 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and the Republic of Ireland'.
3. Accounting policies
Basis of preparation
The financial statements have been prepared on the historical cost basis, as modified by the revaluation of certain financial assets and liabilities and investment properties measured at fair value through profit or loss.
The financial statements are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the entity.
Going concern
The directors have used the going concern basis of accounting in the preparation of the financial statements The company has secured sufficient future orders to enable the company to cover its liabilities and make profit for the following years. Based on the future orders and there are no material uncertainties relating to events or conditions that, individually or collectively, may cast significant doubt on the company's ability to continue as a going concern for a period of at least 12 months from when the financial statements are authorised for issue. The directors have also have taken into account all the information that could reasonably be expected to be available together with their continued support and that of the bank to the company. These financial statements do not include any adjustments that would result if the company would cease trading
Disclosure exemptions
The parent company satisfies the criteria of being a qualifying entity as defined in FRS 102. As such, advantage has been taken of the following reduced disclosures available under FRS 102:
(a) Disclosures in respect of each class of share capital have not been presented.
(b) No cash flow statement has been presented for the company.
(c) Disclosures in respect of financial instruments have not been presented.
(d) No disclosure has been given for the aggregate remuneration of key management personnel.
Consolidation
The financial statements consolidate the financial statements of GB Brands Europe Limited and all of its subsidiary undertakings.
The results of subsidiaries acquired or disposed of during the Period are included from or to the date that control passes.
The parent company has applied the exemption contained in section 408 of the Companies Act 2006 and has not presented its individual profit and loss account.
Judgements and key sources of estimation uncertainty
The preparation of the financial statements requires management to make judgements, estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported. These estimates and judgements are continually reviewed and are based on experience and other factors, including expectations of future events that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances.
Revenue recognition
Turnover is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable for goods supplied and services rendered, net of discounts and Value Added Tax. Revenue from the sale of goods is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership have transferred to the buyer (usually on despatch of the goods); the amount of revenue can be measured reliably; it is probable that the associated economic benefits will flow to the entity; and the costs incurred or to be incurred in respect of the transactions can be measured reliably.
Income tax
The taxation expense represents the aggregate amount of current and deferred tax recognised in the reporting period. Tax is recognised in profit or loss, except to the extent that it relates to items recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity. In this case, tax is recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity, respectively. Current tax is recognised on taxable profit for the current and past periods. Current tax is measured at the amounts of tax expected to pay or recover using the tax rates and laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted at the reporting date.
Deferred tax is recognised in respect of all timing differences at the reporting date. Unrelieved tax losses and other deferred tax assets are recognised to the extent that it is probable that they will be recovered against the reversal of deferred tax liabilities or other future taxable profits. Deferred tax is measured using the tax rates and laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the reporting date that are expected to apply to the reversal of the timing difference.
Foreign currencies
Foreign currency transactions are initially recorded in the functional currency, by applying the spot exchange rate as at the date of the transaction. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated at the exchange rate ruling at the reporting date, with any gains or losses being taken to the profit and loss account.
Tangible assets
Tangible assets are initially recorded at cost, and subsequently stated at cost less any accumulated depreciation and impairment losses. Any tangible assets carried at revalued amounts are recorded at the fair value at the date of revaluation less any subsequent accumulated depreciation and subsequent accumulated impairment losses. An increase in the carrying amount of an asset as a result of a revaluation, is recognised in other comprehensive income and accumulated in equity, except to the extent it reverses a revaluation decrease of the same asset previously recognised in profit or loss. A decrease in the carrying amount of an asset as a result of revaluation, is recognised in other comprehensive income to the extent of any previously recognised revaluation increase accumulated in equity in respect of that asset. Where a revaluation decrease exceeds the accumulated revaluation gains accumulated in equity in respect of that asset, the excess shall be recognised in profit or loss.
Depreciation
Depreciation is calculated so as to write off the cost or valuation of an asset, less its residual value, over the useful economic life of that asset as follows:
Fixtures and fittings
-
33% straight line
Investments
Fixed asset investments are initially recorded at cost, and subsequently stated at cost less any accumulated impairment losses.
Listed investments are measured at fair value with changes in fair value being recognised in profit or loss.
Investments in associates
Investments in associates are accounted for using the equity method of accounting, whereby the investment is initially recognised at the transaction price and subsequently adjusted to reflect the group's share of the profit or loss, other comprehensive income and equity of the associate.
Investments in joint ventures
Investments in joint ventures are accounted for using the equity method of accounting, whereby the investment is initially recognised at the transaction price and subsequently adjusted to reflect the group's share of the profit or loss, other comprehensive income and equity of the joint venture.
Impairment of fixed assets
A review for indicators of impairment is carried out at each reporting date, with the recoverable amount being estimated where such indicators exist. Where the carrying value exceeds the recoverable amount, the asset is impaired accordingly. Prior impairments are also reviewed for possible reversal at each reporting date. For the purposes of impairment testing, when it is not possible to estimate the recoverable amount of an individual asset, an estimate is made of the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs. The cash-generating unit is the smallest identifiable group of assets that includes the asset and generates cash inflows that largely independent of the cash inflows from other assets or groups of assets. For impairment testing of goodwill, the goodwill acquired in a business combination is, from the acquisition date, allocated to each of the cash-generating units that are expected to benefit from the synergies of the combination, irrespective of whether other assets or liabilities of the company are assigned to those units.
Stocks
Stocks are measured at the lower of cost and estimated selling price less costs to complete and sell. Cost includes all costs of purchase, costs of conversion and other costs incurred in bringing the stock to its present location and condition.
Provisions
Provisions are recognised when the entity has an obligation at the reporting date as a result of a past event, it is probable that the entity will be required to transfer economic benefits in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be estimated reliably. Provisions are recognised as a liability in the statement of financial position and the amount of the provision as an expense. Provisions are initially measured at the best estimate of the amount required to settle the obligation at the reporting date and subsequently reviewed at each reporting date and adjusted to reflect the current best estimate of the amount that would be required to settle the obligation. Any adjustments to the amounts previously recognised are recognised in profit or loss unless the provision was originally recognised as part of the cost of an asset. When a provision is measured at the present value of the amount expected to be required to settle the obligation, the unwinding of the discount is recognised as a finance cost in profit or loss in the period it arises.
Financial instruments
The group uses forward foreign currency contracts to reduce exposure to foreign exchange rates. Derivatives are initially recognised at fair value on the date a derivative contract is entered into and are subsequently re-measured at their fair value. Changes in the fair value of derivatives are recognised in profit and loss in finance costs or income as appropriate.
Defined contribution plans
Contributions to defined contribution plans are recognised as an expense in the period in which the related service is provided. Prepaid contributions are recognised as an asset to the extent that the prepayment will lead to a reduction in future payments or a cash refund. When contributions are not expected to be settled wholly within 12 months of the end of the reporting date in which the employees render the related service, the liability is measured on a discounted present value basis. The unwinding of the discount is recognised as a finance cost in profit or loss in the period in which it arises.
4. Turnover
Turnover arises from:
Period from
7 Nov 24 to
31 Dec 25
£
Sale of goods
69,852,170
-------------
The turnover is attributable to the one principal activity of the group. An analysis of turnover by the geographical markets that substantially differ from each other is given below:
Period from
7 Nov 24 to
31 Dec 25
£
United Kingdom
7,133,760
Overseas
62,718,410
-------------
69,852,170
-------------
5. Other operating income
Period from
7 Nov 24 to
31 Dec 25
£
Management charges receivable
5,999,686
Other operating income
17,822,385
-------------
23,822,071
-------------
6. Operating loss
Operating profit or loss is stated after charging:
Period from
7 Nov 24 to
31 Dec 25
£
Depreciation of tangible assets
65,209
Impairment of trade debtors
64,367
Foreign exchange differences
79,117
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7. Auditor's remuneration
Period from
7 Nov 24 to
31 Dec 25
£
Fees payable to SRV Delson for the audit of the group financial statements
Fees payable for the audit of the financial statements
30,000
--------
Period from
7 Nov 24 to
31 Dec 25
£
Fees payable to Londen & Van Holland for the audit of the subsidiary financial statements
Fees payable for the audit of the financial statements
84,392
--------
8. Staff costs
The average number of persons employed by the group during the Period, including the directors, amounted to:
31 Dec 25
No.
Distribution staff
24
Administrative staff
12
----
36
----
The aggregate payroll costs incurred during the Period, relating to the above, were:
Period from
7 Nov 24 to
31 Dec 25
£
Wages and salaries
9,581,405
Social security costs
504,795
Other pension costs
38,134
-------------
10,124,334
-------------
9. Other interest receivable and similar income
Period from
7 Nov 24 to
31 Dec 25
£
Interest on loans and receivables
1,519,845
------------
10. Interest payable and similar expenses
Period from
7 Nov 24 to
31 Dec 25
£
Interest on banks loans and overdrafts
674,522
Other interest payable and similar charges
1,915,539
------------
2,590,061
------------
11. Tax on loss
Major components of tax income
Period from
7 Nov 24 to
31 Dec 25
£
Deferred tax:
Origination and reversal of timing differences
( 429,020)
---------
Tax on loss
( 429,020)
---------
Reconciliation of tax income
The tax assessed on the loss on ordinary activities for the Period is lower than the standard rate of corporation tax in the UK of 25 %.
Period from
7 Nov 24 to
31 Dec 25
£
Loss on ordinary activities before taxation
( 10,484,558)
-------------
Loss on ordinary activities by rate of tax
( 199,943)
Effect of capital allowances and depreciation
( 166,734)
Unused tax losses
366,677
Deferred tax
(429,020)
-------------
Tax on loss
( 429,020)
-------------
12. Tangible assets
Group
Fixtures and fittings
£
Cost
At 7 November 2024
–
Additions
976,521
---------
At 31 December 2025
976,521
---------
Depreciation
At 7 November 2024
–
Charge for the period
65,209
---------
At 31 December 2025
65,209
---------
Carrying amount
At 31 December 2025
911,312
---------
Company
Fixtures and fittings
£
Cost
At 7 November 2024
–
Additions
706,117
---------
At 31 December 2025
706,117
---------
Depreciation
At 7 November 2024
–
Charge for the period
39,181
---------
At 31 December 2025
39,181
---------
Carrying amount
At 31 December 2025
666,936
---------
13. Investments
The group has no investments.
Company
Shares in group undertakings
£
Cost
At 7 November 2024
–
Additions
8,255
-------
At 31 December 2025
8,255
-------
Impairment
At 7 November 2024 and 31 December 2025
–
-------
Carrying amount
At 31 December 2025
8,255
-------
Subsidiaries, associates and other investments
Details of the investments in which the parent company has an interest of 20% or more are as follows:
Class of share
Percentage of shares held
Subsidiary undertakings
GB Brands Europe BV
Ordinary
100
14. Stocks
Group
Company
31 Dec 25
31 Dec 25
£
£
Finished goods and goods for resale
42,271,352
1,173,089
-------------
------------
15. Debtors
Group
Company
31 Dec 25
31 Dec 25
£
£
Trade debtors
12,839,987
2,032,121
Amounts owed by group undertakings
–
25,666,604
Prepayments and accrued income
3,229,134
407,086
Other debtors
2,471,404
504,359
-------------
-------------
18,540,525
28,610,170
-------------
-------------
16. Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents comprise the following:
31 Dec 25
£
Bank overdrafts
( 12,471,521)
-------------
17. Other creditors including taxation and social security falling
due within one year
Group
Company
31 Dec 25
31 Dec 25
£
£
Social security and other taxes
95,729
95,729
--------
--------
18. Provisions
Group
Deferred tax (note 19)
£
At 7 November 2024
–
Additions
( 429,020)
---------
At 31 December 2025
( 429,020)
---------
The company does not have any provisions.
19. Deferred tax
The deferred tax included in the statement of financial position is as follows:
Group
Company
31 Dec 25
31 Dec 25
£
£
Included in provisions (note 18)
( 429,020)
–
---------
----
The deferred tax account consists of the tax effect of timing differences in respect of:
Group
Company
31 Dec 25
31 Dec 25
£
£
Provisions
( 429,020)
–
---------
----
20. Employee benefits
Defined contribution plans
The amount recognised in profit or loss as an expense in relation to defined contribution plans was £ 38,134 .
21. Financial instruments
The period of unprecedented market pressures on consumers continues as did falling demand for the branded goods. Continued market conditions and currency fluctuation in input costs and intense competition can adversely impact the growth and profitability as well as capability to execute long term plans. In the current highly competitive and volatile market, the company continues to pursue strategies to explore new streams of revenue. The directors expect the business environment to remain highly competitive in 2026 but are confident that the company is well positioned to deal with the market risks. European market volatility and currency fluctuations remain the principal risk and the company has implemented programs to increase efficiency in logistics, hedge currency risk and raise the standard of service in order to maintain its strong market position. Management is constantly striving to reduce base costs. Foreign exchange exposure is a risk area with the products purchased and sold in various currencies. However, the company mitigates these risks by utilising its forward currency booking options. Recoverability of trade debts is a risk in the current economic climate and the company constantly monitors its customers' credit worthiness and its credit insurance covers. The group uses forward foreign currency contracts to reduce exposure to foreign exchange rates. Derivatives are initially recognised at fair value on the date a derivative contract is entered into and are subsequently re-measured at their fair value. Changes in the fair value of derivatives are recognised in profit and loss in finance costs or income as appropriate.
22. Called up share capital
Issued, called up and fully paid
31 Dec 25
No.
£
Ordinary shares of £ 1 each
100
100
----
----
During the period the company issued 100 Ordinary share of £1 each.
Called-up share capital represents the nominal value of shares that have been issued.
23. Reserves
Profit and loss account - This reserve records retained earnings and accumulated losses.
24. Ultimate parent undertakings
The ultimate parent undertakings are Ink (Clothing)Ltd, a company registered in England & Wales which owned 50% of the shares of the company and Galaxy RB Europe Holdings LLC, company incorporated in USA and owns 50% of the shares of the company.
25. Security
The company has provided a fixed and floating charge over all the property or undertaking of the company dated 5 March 2025.
Debentures are given on all the assets for the payment of any amounts owed by the company to the bank whether now or in the future and whether owed jointly or severally (the debt)
26. Analysis of changes in net debt
At 7 Nov 2024
Cash flows
At 31 Dec 2025
£
£
£
Bank overdrafts
–
(12,471,521)
(12,471,521)
Debt due within one year
–
(12,941,335)
(12,941,335)
----
-------------
-------------
–
( 25,412,856)
( 25,412,856)
----
-------------
-------------
27. Related party transactions
Company
During the year the group carried out transactions between companies with common directors. The total balance owed by companies with Common directors is £335,413. These transactions relate to sales and purchases between the companies. The balance is interest free and repayable on demand. All the transactions have been carried out on an arms length basis
GB Brands Europe Limited
Notes to the Financial Statements (continued)
Period from 7 November 2024 to 31 December 2025
28. Controlling party
The ultimate controlling interest is held by the directors of the parent companies.