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Intertek ( (GB:ITRK) ) has shared an announcement.
Intertek reported 2025 revenue of £3.43bn, up 4.3% at constant currency, with like‑for‑like growth across most divisions and an adjusted operating margin rising to 18.1%. Adjusted operating profit increased 9.3% at constant currency, driving a third consecutive year of double‑digit earnings per share growth and an ROIC above 21%.
The group generated strong cash flow with 110% cash conversion, invested £300m in capex and acquisitions in higher‑margin segments, and returned £602m to shareholders through dividends and a completed £350m buyback. Management said execution of its AAA strategy is ahead of 2023‑25 targets and guided to mid‑single‑digit like‑for‑like revenue growth, further margin gains and robust cash generation in 2026, underscoring confidence in continued quality growth and reinforcing its competitive position in risk‑based quality assurance.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ITRK) stock is a Buy with a £58.47 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Intertek stock, see the GB:ITRK Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on GB:ITRK Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:ITRK is a Outperform.
Intertek’s strong financial performance and strategic corporate actions, including a substantial share buyback and strategic acquisitions, are key strengths. However, technical analysis indicates bearish momentum, which could pose short-term risks. The valuation is fair, offering a reasonable dividend yield.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:ITRK stock, click here.
More about Intertek
Intertek Group PLC is a global provider of Total Quality Assurance services, operating a network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in over 100 countries. It offers assurance, testing, inspection and certification solutions focused on quality, safety and sustainability across clients’ operations and supply chains worldwide.
Average Trading Volume: 423,227
Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Buy
Current Market Cap: £7.25B
For a thorough assessment of ITRK stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.