Bodycote Reports Revenue Decline but Optimistic Outlook for 2025

The latest update is out from Bodycote ( (GB:BOY) ).

Bodycote’s recent trading update reveals a 6% decline in group revenue for the first four months of 2025 compared to the previous year, attributed to strong prior year comparators and reduced energy surcharges. Despite challenges in the Automotive and Industrial markets, the company has seen improvements in Civil Aerospace and Defence sectors. Bodycote is advancing its ‘Optimise, Perform & Grow’ strategy, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and resilience, with plans to expand its plant and overhead reduction program. The company anticipates a second-half weighted improvement in adjusted operating profit, driven by new contracts in Defence and Oil & Gas, as well as growth in Aerospace & Defence.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:BOY) stock is a Buy with a £955.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Bodycote stock, see the GB:BOY Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:BOY Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:BOY is a Neutral.

Bodycote’s overall stock score of 69 reflects a mixed financial performance, with solid cash flow but increased leverage and declining profitability. Technical indicators are stable, and corporate events are positive, particularly the share buyback program and board appointments. Valuation is a concern due to a high P/E ratio, but a solid dividend yield provides some investor appeal.

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More about Bodycote

Bodycote is the world’s leading provider of heat treatment and specialist thermal processing services, focusing on industries such as Civil Aerospace, Automotive, Industrial, and Defence. The company is known for its expertise in precision heat treatment and specialist technologies, with a market focus on enhancing the durability and performance of materials.

Average Trading Volume: 397,763

Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell

Current Market Cap: £931M

See more data about BOY stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.