Greggs has seen its sales climb by 8.6% In the 13 weeks to 30th September.
The company said investment in its new forecasting and replenishment system helped to improve product availability for customers. Seasonal changes to its range also proved popular as the company also further developed its Balanced Choice healthier food options.
The third quarter results mean that Greggs’ total sales have grown by 7.8% in the year-to-date with like for like sales increasing by 3.9%.
The company said: “As we go into the final quarter of the year we have launched our autumn/winter menu including a new 'all day breakfast' wrap and added Thai Chicken Soup to our Balanced Choice range.
“Our investment in greater product availability and service has benefited recent trading. As we have previously indicated, food ingredient cost pressures are a headwind, although we continue to expect that the rate of increase will begin to ease towards the end of the year. Accordingly, our expectations for the full year out-turn remain unchanged.”
