Inchcape PLC
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ISIN GB00B61TVQ02 / Valor 11121410
Inchcape PLC
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About company
Inchcape PLC is a major global automotive distributor operating in approximately 40 countries across Asia, Australasia, the Pacific, Central and South America, the Caribbean, Europe, and Africa. As an independent multi-brand distributor, Inchcape manages a diverse portfolio of some of the world's leading automotive brands, overseeing the distribution and dealership operations for these brands in its extensive markets. The company plays a critical role in the automotive supply chain, ensuring the availability and support of vehicles and related services to a wide range of consumers and businesses. With its widespread geographic presence and comprehensive brand offerings, Inchcape is a key player in the international automotive distribution industry.
Summarized from source with an LLMView SourceSector: Non-Energy MaterialsLatest Results (18.05.2026):
Inchcape PLC's FY2025 (full‑year 2025) results show resilient operational performance and strong shareholder returns: volumes up 3%, organic revenue +1% to £9.1bn, adjusted PBT £443m (reported PBT £406m), adjusted basic EPS +13%, operating margin 6.2% and free cash flow £315m. The group completed a £250m buyback in March 2026 (c.9% of equity) and announced a new £175m buyback, while guiding to modest growth and margin resilience in FY2026.
Key financials
Organic revenue growth of +1% to £9.1bn; adjusted PBT £443m, reported PBT £406m; adjusted basic EPS growth +13%; operating margin 6.2%.
Volumes & regional performance
New vehicle registrations (volumes) up 3%, with market share gains and contract wins; Americas showing positive momentum, Australia resilient, management actions underway in Asia, continued outperformance in Europe and Africa.
Cash generation & returns
Free cash flow £315m and free cash flow conversion of 104% to adjusted PAT; ROCE 29%; net debt/EBITDA leverage 0.4x. Completed £250m buyback (c.9% equity) on 2 March 2026 and announced a further £175m buyback.
Dividends
Full‑year dividend per share up 13% to 32.3p, aligned with a payout policy of c.40% of basic adjusted EPS.
Strategy execution
Progress against the Accelerate+ strategy: 10 contract wins, value‑accretive acquisition in Iceland, ongoing cost reduction, capital recycling and OEM collaboration to optimise the contract portfolio and cash generation.
Disposals & one‑offs
Divestment of non‑core assets contributed around £17m to adjusted PBT in FY2025.
Guidance for FY2026
Guided to organic volume growth toward the lower end of 3–5% (H2‑weighted), operating margin around c.6%, free cash flow conversion ~100% and EPS growth >10% (at constant currency).
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