WPP PLC
WPP
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WPP PLC
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About company
Founded in 1985 by Sir Martin Sorrell, WPP PLC has evolved from a small UK manufacturer of wire baskets and teapots into a global leader in the fields of communications, experience, commerce, and technology. Over the years, WPP has expanded through a combination of large acquisitions and organic growth, complemented by smaller-scale mergers and acquisitions. The company stands at the forefront of the advertising and marketing services industry, housing many of the sector's most respected and successful agency networks. WPP has distinguished itself by pioneering the integration of data and technology into communications, consolidating media buying to optimize client outcomes, and offering a seamless blend of various marketing services to deliver efficient and effective solutions. The company's commitment to innovation and excellence has been recognized repeatedly, evidenced by its achievements as the Most Creative Group at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity from 2011 to 2017 and the Most Effective Group in the Effie Index from 2012 to 2020. Beyond its core business operations, WPP has also made strides in promoting gender equality and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) within its workforce, with women now representing 51% of its senior managers.
Summarized from source with an LLMView SourceSector: Consumer Non-CyclicalsLatest Results (31.08.2026):
WPP PLC — H1 2026 interim results: revenue for the first half was £6,373m (down 4.4% reported; down 3.2% like‑for‑like) and revenue less pass‑through costs was £4,745m (down 5.6% reported; down 4.7% LFL). Headline operating profit was £398m (down 3.4% reported) with a headline margin of 8.4%, and adjusted net debt was £2,935m (down 10%). Management says Phase 1 of the Elevate28 “Stabilise” plan is on track and expects a better like‑for‑like trajectory in H2 and full‑year headline operating margin of 12–13%.
Headline numbers
H1 revenue £6,373m (‑4.4% reported; ‑3.2% LFL). Revenue less pass‑through costs £4,745m (‑5.6% reported; ‑4.7% LFL). Q2 revenue less pass‑through costs £2,485m (‑2.3% reported; ‑2.8% LFL).
Profitability & EPS
Reported operating profit £261m (margin 4.1%, up vs prior year margin), headline operating profit £398m (down 3.4% vs H1 2025) with headline margin 8.4% (+0.2pp LFL). Diluted reported EPS 1.7p (‑57.5%); headline diluted EPS 15.1p (‑24.5%). Dividend maintained at 7.5p per share.
Cash flow & balance sheet
Adjusted operating cash flow pre working capital £309m (‑14.9%). Net cash outflow from operating activities £(660)m (improved vs £(1,036)m prior). Adjusted net debt £2,935m (down 10%); IFRS 9 amendment increased cash and reduced adjusted net debt by c.£125m at 30 June 2026.
Business segments
Global Integrated Agencies (aggregate) down 4.7% LFL in H1. WPP Media down 5.4% LFL (Q2 improved to ‑2.8%), WPP Creative (including Enterprise Solutions) down 4.9% LFL, WPP Production grew 1.6% LFL.
Regional performance
North America H1 ‑6.0% (Q2 ‑4.3%); EMEA H1 ‑4.3% (Q2 ‑3.0%); APAC H1 ‑3.8% with China returning to growth (H1 +2.6%; Q2 +15.6%); LATAM H1 ‑1.2% (Q2 +0.9%).
Client sector trends
Notable H1 LFL declines in CPG (‑9.1%) and Tech & Digital Services (‑9.2%). Stronger pockets include Healthcare & Pharma (+2.9% H1) and Other (+6.1%). Telecom, Media & Entertainment and Financial Services saw substantial H1 declines (~‑15% and ‑13% respectively).
Outlook & management actions
Company expects improving LFL growth in H2 (overall LFL revenue less pass‑through costs down low to mid‑single digits in H2) and FY headline operating margin of 12–13%. Management reports Phase 1 of Elevate28 (stabilise) complete and the organisational move to a single integrated company is underway.
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51.65 / 51.29
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