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KIE 08:23
Kier Group PLC
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KIE 06:03
Kier Group PLC
Commencement of £25m share buyback programme
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Kier Group PLC, a leading UK infrastructure services, construction, and property group, announced the commencement of a £25 million share buyback programme on March 3, 2026. The programme, executed through a non-discretionary agreement with Deutsche Bank AG, London Branch, aims to return capital to shareholders by purchasing ordinary shares of 1 pence each. Repurchased shares will be held as treasury shares. The buyback will be conducted on the London Stock Exchange and other trading venues, adhering to regulatory requirements and pre-set parameters. The programme will continue until the total purchase price reaches £25 million, with transactions announced within 7 business days of execution. As of the announcement, Kier’s share capital comprises 452,875,390 ordinary shares, with 10,978,468 held in treasury, resulting in total voting rights of 441,896,922. The company emphasized that the programme does not constitute an offer of securities or a profit forecast, and forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties.
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KIE 10:10
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KIE 06:08
Kier Group PLC
Results for the period ended 31 December 2025
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Kier Group PLC, a leading UK infrastructure services, construction, and property group, reported strong results for the six months ended December 31, 2025. Here’s a summary of the key points
### **Financial Performance**
**Revenue Growth**Revenue increased by 2.6% to £2.029 billion, driven primarily by the Infrastructure Services segment.
**Profit Growth**Adjusted operating profit grew by 6.6% to £71.0 million, with an adjusted operating margin of 3.5%.
**Net Cash Position**The Group achieved an average net cash position of £16.8 million, a significant milestone after 13 years of net debt.
**Order Book**The order book grew by 5% to a record £11.6 billion, with 94% of FY26 revenue and 78% of FY27 revenue secured.
### **Strategic Highlights**
**Share Buyback**A new £25 million share buyback program was announced, following the completion of the initial £20 million buyback.
**Dividend Increase**The interim dividend was increased by 30% to 2.6p per share, reflecting strong cash generation and confidence in future performance.
**Operational Excellence**The Group continued to win profitable, cash-generative work across key sectors, including health, education, water, and roads.
### **Segment Performance**
**Infrastructure Services**Revenue grew by 5% to £1.083 billion, with strong growth in water projects. The order book increased by 6% to £7.1 billion.
**Construction**Revenue remained stable at £920 million, with a 5% increase in the order book to £4.5 billion. The segment benefited from key framework positions in education, healthcare, and defense.
**Property**Revenue increased by 90% to £24.9 million, with progress on projects and a clear path to achieving a 15% ROCE target by FY28.
### **Sustainability and Social Impact**
**Environmental Focus**Achieved a CDP A rating for climate disclosure, placing it in the top 4% of companies globally.
**Employee Recognition**Recognized in Glassdoors 50 Best Places to Work and as a sector leader for women in senior roles.
**Apprenticeships**Over 500 employees are engaged in apprenticeship programs, with Kier ranked among the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers.
### **Outlook**
**Full-Year Expectations**The Group expects full-year performance to be in line with Board expectations, supported by a growing, high-quality order book and robust cash generation.
**Strategic Growth**Kier is well-positioned to benefit from UK Government infrastructure spending commitments, with a focus on delivering vital social and economic infrastructure.
### **Conclusion**
Kier Group PLC delivered a strong first half, marked by revenue and profit growth, a record order book, and a shift to an average net cash position. The Group remains confident in its ability to drive sustainable growth and deliver value to stakeholders, supported by its strategic focus on infrastructure, operational excellence, and disciplined capital allocation.
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KIE 16:16
Kier Group PLC
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KIE 11:16
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KIE 10:11
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KIE 10:01
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KIE 16:25
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KIE 14:46
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KIE 16:31
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KIE 08:23
Kier Group PLC
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KIE 08:35
Kier Group PLC
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KIE 06:08
Kier Group PLC
Results for the period ended 31 December 2025
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Kier Group PLC, a leading UK infrastructure services, construction, and property group, reported strong results for the six months ended December 31, 2025. Here’s a summary of the key points
### **Financial Performance**
**Revenue Growth**Revenue increased by 2.6% to £2.029 billion, driven primarily by the Infrastructure Services segment.
**Profit Growth**Adjusted operating profit grew by 6.6% to £71.0 million, with an adjusted operating margin of 3.5%.
**Net Cash Position**The Group achieved an average net cash position of £16.8 million, a significant milestone after 13 years of net debt.
**Order Book**The order book grew by 5% to a record £11.6 billion, with 94% of FY26 revenue and 78% of FY27 revenue secured.
### **Strategic Highlights**
**Share Buyback**A new £25 million share buyback program was announced, following the completion of the initial £20 million buyback.
**Dividend Increase**The interim dividend was increased by 30% to 2.6p per share, reflecting strong cash generation and confidence in future performance.
**Operational Excellence**The Group continued to win profitable, cash-generative work across key sectors, including health, education, water, and roads.
### **Segment Performance**
**Infrastructure Services**Revenue grew by 5% to £1.083 billion, with strong growth in water projects. The order book increased by 6% to £7.1 billion.
**Construction**Revenue remained stable at £920 million, with a 5% increase in the order book to £4.5 billion. The segment benefited from key framework positions in education, healthcare, and defense.
**Property**Revenue increased by 90% to £24.9 million, with progress on projects and a clear path to achieving a 15% ROCE target by FY28.
### **Sustainability and Social Impact**
**Environmental Focus**Achieved a CDP A rating for climate disclosure, placing it in the top 4% of companies globally.
**Employee Recognition**Recognized in Glassdoors 50 Best Places to Work and as a sector leader for women in senior roles.
**Apprenticeships**Over 500 employees are engaged in apprenticeship programs, with Kier ranked among the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers.
### **Outlook**
**Full-Year Expectations**The Group expects full-year performance to be in line with Board expectations, supported by a growing, high-quality order book and robust cash generation.
**Strategic Growth**Kier is well-positioned to benefit from UK Government infrastructure spending commitments, with a focus on delivering vital social and economic infrastructure.
### **Conclusion**
Kier Group PLC delivered a strong first half, marked by revenue and profit growth, a record order book, and a shift to an average net cash position. The Group remains confident in its ability to drive sustainable growth and deliver value to stakeholders, supported by its strategic focus on infrastructure, operational excellence, and disciplined capital allocation.
KIE 06:06
Kier Group PLC
Directorate change
KIE 06:03
Kier Group PLC
Commencement of £25m share buyback programme
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Kier Group PLC, a leading UK infrastructure services, construction, and property group, announced the commencement of a £25 million share buyback programme on March 3, 2026. The programme, executed through a non-discretionary agreement with Deutsche Bank AG, London Branch, aims to return capital to shareholders by purchasing ordinary shares of 1 pence each. Repurchased shares will be held as treasury shares. The buyback will be conducted on the London Stock Exchange and other trading venues, adhering to regulatory requirements and pre-set parameters. The programme will continue until the total purchase price reaches £25 million, with transactions announced within 7 business days of execution. As of the announcement, Kier’s share capital comprises 452,875,390 ordinary shares, with 10,978,468 held in treasury, resulting in total voting rights of 441,896,922. The company emphasized that the programme does not constitute an offer of securities or a profit forecast, and forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties.
KIE 16:16
Kier Group PLC
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KIE 11:16
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KIE 10:11
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KIE 10:10
Kier Group PLC
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KIE 10:01
Kier Group PLC
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KIE 16:25
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KIE 14:46
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KIE 16:31
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Market Cap
934330176
Enterprise Value
434983510
Public Float
93.61
Broker Target
264.857
Shares Out
437420469
Long Interest
100
Short Interest
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Exchange
LSE
Currency Code
GBX
ISIN
GB0004915632
Market
LSE - MAIN MARKET
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0.08
Ex Divi
2026-04-16
Earnings Date
2026-03-03
Net Debt
-53000000.0
Cash
1689400000.0
EPS
0.13
Net Income
56400000.0
Revenue
4077100000.0
Enterprise Value
434983510
Trailing PE
16.4308
Forward PE
8.5837
Price Sales TTM
0.227
Price Book MRQ
1.7416
EV Revenue
0.2361
EV EBITDA
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