**Informa PLC 10-Month Trading Update Summary (November 11, 2025)**
Informa PLC, a global leader in Live B2B Events, B2B Digital Services, and Academic Markets, released a 10-month trading update highlighting strong performance and growth. Key points include
1. **Strong Growth in 2025**
Group underlying revenue grew by 6.6% (7.6% excluding TechTarget consolidation) in the 10 months to October 31, 2025.
B2B Live Events saw 8.7% underlying revenue growth, driven by market strengths in IMEA (India, Middle East, Africa) and successful brand geo-adaptation.
Academic Markets grew 3.0%supported by Open ResearchSubscriptionsand demand for trusted content.
Informa TechTarget showed improving momentum, with 10-month revenues down 2.7% (vs. -4.3% at H1).
2. **Full Year Guidance Reaffirmed**
Double-digit EPS growth expected, with underlying revenue growth of 6%±, group revenues of £4bn±, and adjusted EPS growth of 10%+.
3. **Positive Outlook for 2026**
Recurring visibility into 2026 with £1bn+ booked/committed revenues, reflecting year-on-year pacing growth.
4. **Share Buybacks**
£315m of shares repurchased year-to-date under the £350m 2025 Share Buyback Programme at an average price of 806p.
5. **Capital Markets Day**
Scheduled for November 17-18, 2025, in Dubai, focusing on the Group’s growing IMEA business and opportunities in the region.
6. **AI Integration**
AI technology, including Informa’s proprietary AI assistant Elysia, is enhancing operational efficiency and productivity.
Group CEO Stephen A. Carter emphasized Informa’s continued strong performance, driven by its focus on Live Events, specialist B2B brands, and strategic geographies, with momentum expected to continue into 2026.