Strong Revenue Growth
The company reported a revenue growth of more than 4% and an improvement of more than 9% in earnings per share. This was supported by strong cash flow, increased dividends, and ongoing share buybacks.
Increased Capital Returns
During fiscal year '26, the company intends to make total capital returns in excess of GBP 2.7 billion, adding to its consistent track record of growth and returning over GBP 10 billion to shareholders since FY '21.
Growth in NGP Segment
The NGP (Next Generation Products) segment recorded double-digit revenue growth, with share growing across all categories, and the U.S. market showing significant growth in the Zone product.
Operational Excellence
Strong pricing strategy and stable market share in priority markets; improvements in sales force effectiveness and coverage, particularly in the U.S. and Germany, contributed to operational success.