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Intertek Group PLC (IKTSF)
OTHER OTC:IKTSF
IKTSF Stock Chart & Stats
$66.12
$0.00(0.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$66.12
$0.00(0.00%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$50.96 - $69.35
Previous CloseN/A
Volume41.00
Average Volume (3M)692.00
Market Cap
$8.23B
Enterprise Value$7.51B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$329.20M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$1.65B
Price to Earnings (P/E)21.2
Beta0.45
Next Earnings
Jul 31, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.58%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.94
Shares Outstanding153,931,800
10 Day Avg. Volume623
30 Day Avg. Volume692
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio11.35
Price to Book (P/B)6.73
Price to Sales (P/S)2.12
P/FCF Ratio18.42
Enterprise Value/Market Cap0.91
Enterprise Value/Revenue2.19
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit12.50
Enterprise Value/Ebitda9.65
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$74.19Price Target Upside12.21% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering6
EPS Forecast (FY)0.04
Revenue Forecast (FY)$48.21M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Durable TIC Revenue ModelIntertek’s core testing, inspection and certification business is fee-based and tied to regulatory compliance and supply-chain needs. That creates recurring, contractable revenue streams across many end markets, supporting durable demand and predictable cash generation over medium term.
High Returns And Cash ConversionSustained high ROIC and above‑100% cash conversion indicate efficient capital allocation and strong earnings quality. These metrics support reinvestment, dividends and M&A without immediate erosion of profitability, underpinning long‑term shareholder returns and operational resilience.
Accretive M&A And Strategic Tech FocusTargeted bolt‑ons have been accretive and raised margins, reinforcing specialty capabilities (e.g., drone solar inspections, electrical network services). Combined with ATIC and AI initiatives, M&A and tech investments strengthen differentiation and open higher‑margin service opportunities.
Bears Say
Rising Net Debt In 2025A sharp debt increase alongside falling equity weakens balance‑sheet flexibility and raises refinancing and interest rate sensitivity. If higher leverage persists it could constrain capital allocation choices, increase financing costs and limit ability to pursue larger strategic investments.
Softer Free Cash Flow In 2025While cash generation is positive over time, uneven FCF and a meaningful 2025 decline reduce the margin of safety for dividends, buybacks and debt repayment. Variable cash conversion increases reliance on careful working capital and capex management to sustain long‑term payouts and debt targets.
Material Segment Slowdown & RestructuringA meaningful downturn in World of Energy and specific areas like Transportation Technology creates earnings cyclicality and prompted restructuring. Persistent weakness in a sizable segment can dent group growth, require further cost actions, and increase execution risk on margin targets.
Intertek News
IKTSF FAQ
What was Intertek Group PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Intertek Group PLC lowest stock price was $50.96 and its highest was $69.35 in the past 12 months.
What is Intertek Group PLC’s market cap?
Intertek Group PLC’s market cap is $8.23B.
When is Intertek Group PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Intertek Group PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 31, 2026 which is in 144 days.
How were Intertek Group PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Intertek Group PLC released its earnings results on Mar 03, 2026. The company reported $1.942 earnings per share for the quarter, the consensus estimate of $1.942 by $0.
Is Intertek Group PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Intertek Group PLC’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Intertek Group PLC pay dividends?
Intertek Group PLC pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.778 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.58%. See more information on Intertek Group PLC dividends here
What is Intertek Group PLC’s EPS estimate?
Intertek Group PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Intertek Group PLC have?
Intertek Group PLC has 153,931,800 shares outstanding.
What happened to Intertek Group PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Intertek Group PLC reported an EPS of $1.942 in its last earnings report, expectations of $1.942. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -18.531%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Intertek Group PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in IKTSF
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Intertek Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$74.19 (12.21% Upside)
$74.19 (12.21% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
IKTSF Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 68%
Sector Average 68%
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth £99.5K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 88%
Bearish news 13%
Bearish news 13%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-1.05%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
29.71%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-3.54%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Intertek Group PLC
Intertek Group plc provides quality assurance solutions to various industries in the United Kingdom, the United States, and internationally. It operates in three segments: Products, Trade, and Resources. The Products segment offers assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services (ATIC), including laboratory safety, quality and performance testing, second-party supplier auditing, sustainability analysis, products assurance, vendor compliance, process performance analysis, facility plant and equipment verification, and third party certification. This segment serves a range of industries, including textiles, footwear, toys, hardlines, home appliances, consumer electronics, information and communication technology, automotive, aerospace, lighting, building products, industrial and renewable energy products, food and hospitality, healthcare and beauty, and pharmaceuticals. The Trade segment provides cargo inspection, analytical assessment, calibration, and related research and technical services to the petroleum and biofuels industries; inspection services to governments and regulatory bodies to support trade activities; and analytical and testing services to agricultural trading companies and growers. The Resources segment offers technical inspection, asset integrity management, analytical testing, and ongoing training services for the oil, gas, nuclear, and power industries. This segment also provides a range of ATIC service solutions to the mining and minerals exploration industries covering the resource supply chain from exploration and resource development, through to production, shipping, and commercial settlement. The company also offers cyber security services. Intertek Group plc was founded in 1885 and is based in London, the United Kingdom.
IKTSF Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$74.19
▲(12.21% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
0.39% Insiders
12.58% Mutual Funds
0.15% Other Institutional Investors
71.75% Public Companies and
Individual Investors
Options Prices
Currently, No data available
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