IMI launches £500 mln buyback as 2025 earnings per share rise 8%
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IMI announced a £500 million share buyback following strong 2025 performance
Adjusted earnings per share rose 8% to 132.3p in 2025
The company achieved its medium-term target of 20%+ operating margin
IMI guided for 2026 EPS of 136p to 140p, extending its growth streak to six years
The board recommended a 10% increase in full-year dividend to 34.2p per share
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British FTSE 100 company IMI Plc announced a £500 million share buyback on Friday after the fluid and motion control group posted a fifth consecutive year of mid-single digit organic revenue growth, with adjusted earnings per share rising 8% to 132.3p in full-year 2025. The company reported organic revenue growth of 5% to £2.30 billion, while adjusted operating profit rose 8% organically to £460 million, lifting the adjusted operating margin 30 basis points to 20.0%, achieving its medium-term target. Chief Executive Roy Twite emphasized the company's consistent performance, stating they have now delivered five consecutive years of mid-single digit organic revenue growth and expanded margins to meet their target. IMI guided for 2026 adjusted basic EPS of 136p to 140p, representing a sixth consecutive year of growth, with net debt to adjusted EBITDA standing at 1.0 times at year-end, the lower end of its target range. The company also increased its full-year dividend by 10% to 34.2p per share, reflecting improved financial performance and commitment to returning value to shareholders.
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