Here is a summary of the trading update from Eurocell plc
Eurocell plc, a leading UK manufacturer, distributor, and recycler of window, door, and roofline products, provides a trading update for the first four months of 2025.
Trading conditions in key markets have been mixed, with some improvement in new build housing but lower demand in the core RMI market.
The company is focusing on cost reduction and operational improvements to drive efficiencies and mitigate the impact of delayed market recovery.
Sales performance of key growth strategy initiatives is encouraging, with Group sales (including Alunet) up 8% compared to the same period in 2024.
Due to potential adverse macroeconomic conditions, adjusted profit before tax for the year in the core business is expected to show only a nominal improvement over 2024, excluding any impact from the Alunet acquisition.
Alunet is expected to contribute to a net increase in Group adjusted profits, reflecting strong market share gains.
Input cost prices have remained stable, and the company has implemented selling price increases and cost reduction measures to offset inflation in other areas.
Eurocell remains committed to driving shareholder returns through ordinary dividends and supplementary distributions while maintaining a strong financial position.
Cash flow management has supported successful share buyback programmes, with a new ยฃ5 million buyback progressing well.
The company expects to provide further updates on its trading performance and strategy execution in future announcements.
Note: All values are for the four months ended April 30, 2025, and are compared to the same period in 2024 unless otherwise stated. The table presents a simplified comparison and may not capture all financial details disclosed in the text.