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**Summary**
Inchcape plc, a leading global automotive distributor, announced a new £175 million share buyback programme on March 3, 2026. The programme, managed by UBS AG, aims to repurchase up to 39,654,814 shares, subject to market conditions and other factors. This initiative is part of Inchcapes disciplined capital allocation strategy, supported by its strong free cash flow performance and robust balance sheet. The buyback underscores the Boards confidence in the companys future prospects and its commitment to delivering significant shareholder returns. Purchased shares will be cancelled to reduce the companys capital. The programme will run until March 5, 2027, and complies with UK and EU market regulations. Inchcape operates across six continents, partnering with mobility companies to enhance automotive brand performance and sustainable growth through innovative customer experiences and advanced data analytics.
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**Summary of Inchcape PLCs Final Results for the Year Ended 31 December 2025**
Inchcape PLC, a leading global automotive distributor, reported its preliminary results for 2025, highlighting strong performance and strategic progress. Key highlights include
**Financial Performance**
**Revenue**£9.1 billion, up 1% organically, with improved momentum in H2. Reported revenue down 2% due to currency headwinds.
**Operating Margins**Resilient at 6.2%, with adjusted PBT of £443 million and reported PBT of £406 million.
**EPS Growth**Adjusted basic EPS up 13% to 80.8p, driven by operational performance and share buybacks.
**Cash Flow**Strong free cash flow conversion of 104%, with free cash flow of £315 million.
**Strategic Progress**
**Volume Growth**Inchcape volumes up 3%, driven by market share gains and distribution contract wins.
**Contract Wins**10 new distribution contracts, including GAC AION in Greece, Iveco in Hong Kong, and XPENG in Colombia.
**Acquisition**Value-accretive acquisition in Iceland, expanding into a new market.
**Divestments**Non-core asset divestments contributed £17 million to adjusted PBT.
**Shareholder Returns**
**Share Buybacks**Completed £250 million buyback in March 2026, acquiring 9% of equity. New £175 million buyback programme announced.
**Dividends**Full-year DPS up 13% to 32.3p, in line with 40% payout ratio policy.
**Regional Performance**
**Americas**Positive momentum with supportive market conditions.
**Australia**Resilient performance
actions taken to address APAC challenges.
**Europe & Africa**Continued market outperformance.
**Outlook for 2026**
**Volume Growth**Organic growth towards the lower end of 3%-5% guidance, H2-weighted.
**Margins**Resilient operating margins of c.6%.
**EPS Growth**Expected to exceed 10%, supported by cost discipline and cash conversion.
**Free Cash Flow**Conversion of c.100%, with performance skewed towards H2.
**Medium-Term Targets**
Expectation to generate £2.5 billion in free cash flow from 2025 to 2030, deployed for disciplined capital allocation to achieve >10% EPS CAGR.
Inchcapes diversified business model and strategic initiatives position it well for continued growth and value creation in the evolving automotive sector.
Here is a comparison of Inchcape PLC's financials and debt year on year, presented as an HTML table:
Metric2025 (£m)2024 (£m)% Change Reported% Change Constant FX% Change Organic
Revenue9,1009,263(2%)0%1%
Adjusted Operating Profit563584(4%)(1%)-
Adjusted Operating Margin6.2%6.3%(10)bps(10)bps-
Adjusted Profit Before Tax4434440%3%-
Adjusted Basic EPS (pence)80.871.313%17%-
Free Cash Flow315462(32%)--
Net Debt60749223%--
Leverage (Net Debt/EBITDA)0.4x0.3x---

Key Observations:

  • Revenue declined by 2% on a reported basis but was flat in constant currency and grew 1% organically.
  • Adjusted operating profit decreased by 4% on a reported basis and 1% in constant currency.
  • Adjusted profit before tax was flat on a reported basis but increased by 3% in constant currency.
  • Adjusted basic EPS grew by 13% on a reported basis and 17% in constant currency.
  • Free cash flow decreased significantly by 32% compared to the previous year.
  • Net debt increased by 23%, and leverage ratio increased from 0.3x to 0.4x.
This table provides a clear comparison of key financial metrics and debt levels between 2025 and 2024, including reported, constant currency, and organic growth rates where applicable. The observations highlight the main trends and changes in Inchcape PLC's financial performance and debt position.
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New £175m share buyback programme
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**Summary**
Inchcape plc, a leading global automotive distributor, announced a new £175 million share buyback programme on March 3, 2026. The programme, managed by UBS AG, aims to repurchase up to 39,654,814 shares, subject to market conditions and other factors. This initiative is part of Inchcapes disciplined capital allocation strategy, supported by its strong free cash flow performance and robust balance sheet. The buyback underscores the Boards confidence in the companys future prospects and its commitment to delivering significant shareholder returns. Purchased shares will be cancelled to reduce the companys capital. The programme will run until March 5, 2027, and complies with UK and EU market regulations. Inchcape operates across six continents, partnering with mobility companies to enhance automotive brand performance and sustainable growth through innovative customer experiences and advanced data analytics.
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**Summary of Inchcape PLCs Final Results for the Year Ended 31 December 2025**
Inchcape PLC, a leading global automotive distributor, reported its preliminary results for 2025, highlighting strong performance and strategic progress. Key highlights include
**Financial Performance**
**Revenue**£9.1 billion, up 1% organically, with improved momentum in H2. Reported revenue down 2% due to currency headwinds.
**Operating Margins**Resilient at 6.2%, with adjusted PBT of £443 million and reported PBT of £406 million.
**EPS Growth**Adjusted basic EPS up 13% to 80.8p, driven by operational performance and share buybacks.
**Cash Flow**Strong free cash flow conversion of 104%, with free cash flow of £315 million.
**Strategic Progress**
**Volume Growth**Inchcape volumes up 3%, driven by market share gains and distribution contract wins.
**Contract Wins**10 new distribution contracts, including GAC AION in Greece, Iveco in Hong Kong, and XPENG in Colombia.
**Acquisition**Value-accretive acquisition in Iceland, expanding into a new market.
**Divestments**Non-core asset divestments contributed £17 million to adjusted PBT.
**Shareholder Returns**
**Share Buybacks**Completed £250 million buyback in March 2026, acquiring 9% of equity. New £175 million buyback programme announced.
**Dividends**Full-year DPS up 13% to 32.3p, in line with 40% payout ratio policy.
**Regional Performance**
**Americas**Positive momentum with supportive market conditions.
**Australia**Resilient performance
actions taken to address APAC challenges.
**Europe & Africa**Continued market outperformance.
**Outlook for 2026**
**Volume Growth**Organic growth towards the lower end of 3%-5% guidance, H2-weighted.
**Margins**Resilient operating margins of c.6%.
**EPS Growth**Expected to exceed 10%, supported by cost discipline and cash conversion.
**Free Cash Flow**Conversion of c.100%, with performance skewed towards H2.
**Medium-Term Targets**
Expectation to generate £2.5 billion in free cash flow from 2025 to 2030, deployed for disciplined capital allocation to achieve >10% EPS CAGR.
Inchcapes diversified business model and strategic initiatives position it well for continued growth and value creation in the evolving automotive sector.
Here is a comparison of Inchcape PLC's financials and debt year on year, presented as an HTML table:
Metric2025 (£m)2024 (£m)% Change Reported% Change Constant FX% Change Organic
Revenue9,1009,263(2%)0%1%
Adjusted Operating Profit563584(4%)(1%)-
Adjusted Operating Margin6.2%6.3%(10)bps(10)bps-
Adjusted Profit Before Tax4434440%3%-
Adjusted Basic EPS (pence)80.871.313%17%-
Free Cash Flow315462(32%)--
Net Debt60749223%--
Leverage (Net Debt/EBITDA)0.4x0.3x---

Key Observations:

  • Revenue declined by 2% on a reported basis but was flat in constant currency and grew 1% organically.
  • Adjusted operating profit decreased by 4% on a reported basis and 1% in constant currency.
  • Adjusted profit before tax was flat on a reported basis but increased by 3% in constant currency.
  • Adjusted basic EPS grew by 13% on a reported basis and 17% in constant currency.
  • Free cash flow decreased significantly by 32% compared to the previous year.
  • Net debt increased by 23%, and leverage ratio increased from 0.3x to 0.4x.
This table provides a clear comparison of key financial metrics and debt levels between 2025 and 2024, including reported, constant currency, and organic growth rates where applicable. The observations highlight the main trends and changes in Inchcape PLC's financial performance and debt position.
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Fundamentals Matrix

Overall Fundamentals
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Market Profile
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Market Cap
2.9B
Enterprise Value
3.1B
Public Float
85.3
Broker Target
1018.8
Shares Out
354.7M
Long Interest
71
Short Interest
29
Exchange
LSE
Currency Code
GBX
ISIN
GB00B61TVQ02
Market
LSE - MAIN MARKET
Sector
Industrial Support Services
Float / Shares Ratio
-
Short vs Long Delta
-
EV / Market Cap
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Financials Matrix

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Divi Rate
0.32
Ex Divi
2026-05-07
Earnings Date
2026-03-03
Net Debt
607.0M
Cash
657.0M
EPS
0.72
Net Income
272.0M
Revenue
9.1B
Enterprise Value
3.1B
Trailing PE
11.3917
Forward PE
9.2678
Price Sales TTM
0.32
Price Book MRQ
2.3144
EV Revenue
0.3888
EV EBITDA
5.0258
Financial Forecastist

Mixed financial engine

Revenue is slipping -17.9% against the prior comparable period. Net margin is stable by 0.7 pts. Net debt is coming down +41.7%.

Revenue -17.9% Net Income +6.6% FCF -10.5% Current Ratio 1.07x Forward Rev 0
Mixed
Quarter Revenue
4.8B
-17.9%
vs prior comparable quarter
Net Margin
+3.1%
+0.7 pts
profitability pulse
Free Cash Flow
243.0M
-10.5%
cash conversion
Net Debt / EBITDA
2.0x
-41.7%
lower is cleaner
Revenue Engine

Latest quarter printed 4.8B with the top line cooling off against the last comparable period.

Profit Stack

Net income landed at 147.0M and the margin profile is stable. That usually tells us whether operating leverage is finally kicking in.

Balance-Sheet Pressure

Cash sits near 657.0M while net debt is 607.0M. The leverage stack is cleaning up.

Quarterly Revenue Runway

Actual revenue bars, consensus revenue where available, plus the terminal model path.

Profit And Cash Conversion

Net income and free cash flow moving together is usually what separates genuine improvement from noise.

Balance-Sheet Pressure

Cash, net debt and liquidity tell us whether the business is strengthening or just surviving.

Annual Power Curve

Longer-cycle revenue and net income help frame whether the company is compounding or rolling over.
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0
Revenue Path
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Q2 2024
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0
Revenue Path
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EPS / Earnings
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Q3 2024
Consensus
0
Revenue Path
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Q1 2025
Consensus
0
Revenue Path
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EPS / Earnings
Growth cue -
FY 2026
Consensus
9.5B
Revenue Path
0.89
EPS / Earnings
Growth cue +0.1%
FY 2027
Consensus
9.8B
Revenue Path
0.99
EPS / Earnings
Growth cue +0.1%

Quarterly Statement Tape

Last 6 Quarters
Period Revenue Net Income FCF Net Debt
Q4 2025 4.8B 147.0M 243.0M 607.0M
Q2 2025 4.3B 125.0M 96.0M 2.5B
Q4 2024 4.5B 301.0M 261.0M 492.0M
Q2 2024 4.7B 120.0M 249.0M 2.3B
Q4 2023 5.8B 137.9M 271.5M 1.0B
Q2 2023 5.6B 132.1M 229.5M 1.0B

Annual Financial Power

Last 5 Years
Period Revenue Net Income EBITDA FCF
FY 2025 9.1B 272.0M 615.0M 340.0M
FY 2024 9.3B 421.0M 740.0M 507.0M
FY 2023 11.4B 270.0M 744.0M 500.0M
FY 2022 8.1B 245.3M 492.1M 425.0M
FY 2021 6.9B 117.0M 287.4M 312.4M

Structure DNA

Market Structure DNA

Yield Compounder profile with trend mixed

Price is 78.4% through the 52-week range, +0.5% vs 50DMA and +8.5% vs 200DMA. 69.6% of the register is locked by institutions and insiders, leaving 30.4% free float. Capital rhythm reads semi-annual with forward yield near 3.9% and payout around 141.8%.

Trend mixed Institutional gravity Reliable income rhythm As Of 2026-04-19
Yield Compounder
Structure Score
72.3 / 100
Yield Compounder
Trend Stack
+0.5% / +8.5%
vs 50DMA / 200DMA
52W Position
78.4%
auction position inside the yearly range
Ownership Lock
69.6%
56.0% institutions | 13.6% insiders
Pressure Pocket
64.0% short float
Short ratio 0.0x | monthly -
Capital Rhythm
Semi-Annual
Yield 3.9% | payout 141.8%
Trend Runway

Implied spot is 820.90 with the stock +0.5% vs 50DMA and +8.5% vs 200DMA. The tape is sitting 78.4% through the 52-week range, which frames the regime as trend mixed.

Ownership Register

Institutions hold about 56.0% and insiders about 13.6%, locking roughly 69.6% of the register and leaving 30.4% in free float. That reads as institutional gravity.

Pressure Pocket

Short pressure is running near 64.0% of float with short ratio 0.0x and monthly change -. That gives us a read on whether the tape is clean, crowded, or coiled.

Capital Rhythm

Dividend cadence reads semi-annual with 2 event(s) in the last full year, a five-year average of 2.0, and stability score 100.0/100. Forward yield sits near 3.9% while payout is around 141.8%.

Structure Score

One-glance gauge for the current market-structure regime.

Pillar Radar

Trend, ownership, pressure, and capital rhythm mapped on one wheel.

Position And Float Balance

Shows whether the stock is extended, tightly held, or carrying capital-return support.

Dividend Cadence Tape

Historical dividend-event counts help reveal how dependable the income rhythm has been.

Dividend Cadence Ledger

Semi-Annual
Year Dividend Count Context
2026 1 Current partial year
2025 2 Full year
2024 2 Full year
2023 2 Full year
2022 2 Full year
2021 2 Full year
2020 1 Full year
2019 2 Full year

Structure Facts

Live Snapshot
Implied Spot
820.90
derived from market cap / shares
52W High
895.00
upper auction edge
52W Low
552.20
lower auction edge
Beta
0.95
volatility character
Shares Out
354.7M
fully diluted count
Shares Float
302.6M
tradable register
Shares Short
0
borrowed stock
Short Ratio
0.0x
days-to-cover style read
Ex-Dividend
2026-05-07
18 day(s) to ex-date
Dividend Pay
-
payment date not supplied
Last Split
1:10
2010-05-17

Capital Radar

Capital Regime
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Smart Money Tilt
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Public vs institutions
Target Conviction
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Broker coverage pulse
Insider Pressure
—
Director + TR1 flow
Last Held Position
-
Public Hands
-
Institutions
10.0147
Institutions As Of
2026-01-08
Avg Broker Target
-
Upside Vs Price
-
Purchase Director Dealing
10
Sale Director Dealing
14
Purchase TR1
5
Sale TR1
0
Broker Coverage Rows
13
Institution Holders Tracked
2
Public Vs Institutional Ownership (3D)
Top Institution Holders (Latest Per Holder)
Director Dealing Sentiment Flow
Broker Target Bias
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Capital Momentum Matrix
Broker Targets Vs Price
Aggregated Institution Weight By Holder

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Nexus Pulse Engine

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Short Pressure
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Realized Vol (20d)
Volume Spike Z

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