Informa PLC

INF

Equity

ISIN GB00BMJ6DW54 / Valor 24436154

LSE London Stock Exchange, SETS (2024-11-21)

GBP 8.55+1.69%

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-Cyclicals

Revenue Growth

Informa PLC reported an underlying revenue growth of 11.0% for the first half of 2024. This growth was driven by strong performance in its B2B Markets businesses, including Informa Markets, Informa Connect, and Informa Tech, as well as accelerating growth in Academic Markets.

Operating Profit

Informa PLC achieved an underlying adjusted operating profit growth of 18.8% in H1 2024. On a reported basis, the adjusted operating profit increased by 12.9% to £466.9 million, reflecting the company's robust operational performance.

Dividend Increase

Informa PLC announced a 10.3% increase in its interim dividend for the first half of 2024, raising it to 6.4p per share. This increase is supported by the company's strong underlying performance and consistent cash flow generation.

Free Cash Flow

Informa PLC reported a significant increase in free cash flow, which grew by 27.1% to £285.5 million in H1 2024. This strong cash conversion provides the company with flexibility to reinvest in growth initiatives and return value to shareholders.

Full Year Guidance

Informa PLC has increased its full-year guidance for 2024, expecting results to be above the top-end of the guidance range. The company aims to deliver up to £1 billion in adjusted operating profit, driven by underlying growth, international expansion, and AI partnerships.

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