Breedon Group PLC, a leading vertically-integrated construction materials group in Great Britain, Ireland, and the United States, has released its unaudited results for the six months ended June 30, 2024. The groups revenue increased by 3% to ยฃ764.6 million, supported by its entry into the US market and price growth. Underlying EBIT rose by 2% to ยฃ71.6 million, benefiting from a strong contribution from its US acquisition, BMC Enterprises Inc. The groups free cash flow was an outflow of ยฃ9.6 million, reflecting seasonal working capital expansion and increased capital investment. The interim dividend was increased to 4.5p per share, reflecting confidence in the long-term growth outlook. The groups net debt increased to ยฃ472.3 million due to the acquisition of BMC, with a covenant leverage of 1.6x. The groups refinancing of its RCF post-period end provides access to longer-term finance and greater liquidity. Management expectations for the full year remain unchanged, with underlying EBIT slightly more weighted towards the second half.