Thus, the Iasi-based company slowed down its growth pace after having more than tripled its business in the past five years, in line with ZF calculations.

However, Brio Group reported RON3.1 million net profit, over twice as high as the 2024 level.

The result was generated with the aid of 629 employees.

In line with the latest data, there are now over Petru-branded pastry shops, including in a franchise system, and in 2025 the company opened six locations.

(English version by Catalina Apostoiu)