William Hill plc provided earnings guidance for the full year ended January 1, 2013. The Group's performance in 2012 was strong, with net revenue expected to be up around 12% (52 week basis +10%) and Operating profit expected to be around £330 million (52 week basis £326 million). Group net debt for covenant purposes continues to reduce ahead of the proposed Sportingbet acquisition and stood at around £340 million at 1 January 2013.