Informa PLC
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ISIN GB00BMJ6DW54 / Valor 24436154
Informa PLC
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About company
Informa PLC is a multinational events, intelligence, and scholarly research publishing group headquartered in London, England. Established as a business entity with a registration number of 8860726, Informa operates globally, providing a wide range of services and products across various sectors. The company is known for organizing large-scale events and trade shows that cater to different industries, including health, nutrition, real estate, and more. Additionally, Informa offers market intelligence and research services, helping businesses and professionals gain insights and make informed decisions. The group also has a significant presence in the academic publishing industry, producing scholarly research and content. Informa's use of the Lloyd's registered trademark indicates its historical connection and services related to the insurance and risk management sectors, underscoring its diverse operations within the professional information services industry.
Summarized from source with an LLMView SourceSector: Consumer Non-CyclicalsLatest Results (08.09.2026):
Informa PLC — Full‑Year 2025 results (covering Q4 2025), reported 12 March 2026: the Group delivered record revenues and adjusted operating profit, with strong cash generation and continued adjusted EPS growth, while statutory results were depressed by a large non‑cash impairment at Informa TechTarget.
Top‑line
Revenue £4,041.4m, up 13.7% reported and 6.3% underlying versus 2024; B2B Live Events drove much of the growth (total B2B Live Events revenue £3,002.6m; underlying +9.5%).
Profit and earnings
Adjusted operating profit £1,139.8m (+14.6% reported, +8.7% underlying); adjusted diluted EPS 55.6p (+11%), the fifth consecutive year of double‑digit adjusted EPS growth. Statutory operating profit was £141.7m and statutory diluted EPS 0.8p, impacted mainly by a £484.2m non‑cash impairment of Informa TechTarget.
Cash flow and shareholder returns
Free cash flow £884.8m (2024: £812.1m) with operating cash conversion c.106%; total cash returned to shareholders in 2025 ~£620m (dividend 22.0p, +10% and ~£350m of buybacks). 2026 buyback commitment increased to £250m (initially £200m) to accelerate purchases.
Divisional performance
B2B Live Events: revenue £3,002.6m, adjusted operating profit £857.5m (underlying growth strong). Taylor & Francis: revenue £670.8m, adjusted operating profit £245.7m (underlying modest decline after non‑recurring data contracts). Informa TechTarget: revenue £368.0m (reported +69.3%) with adjusted operating profit £36.6m, but reflected impairment in statutory line.
Balance sheet and leverage
Net debt £3,066.2m (down from £3,201.8m); reported leverage 2.4x net debt to adjusted EBITDA. Liquidity includes ~£970.5m undrawn committed facilities and £330.5m cash on hand at year‑end.
Key adjusting items
Total adjusting items in operating profit £998.1m (2024: £452.2m), led by intangible amortisation (£342.5m) and the TechTarget goodwill impairment (£484.2m), which drive the gap between adjusted and statutory results.
2026 outlook and targets
Guidance: target ~6%± underlying group revenue growth in 2026 (B2B Live Events 7%+), and a further year of double‑digit underlying EPS growth (excluding FX, biennial phasing and non‑recurring data contracts). The company reports strong Q1 / forward visibility with >£2bn of 2026 revenues already paid, booked or committed.
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