**Summary of Rightmove Plcs Annual Financial Report (2025)**
Rightmove Plc, the UKs leading property portal, reported strong financial and operational performance for the year ended 31 December 2025, highlighting accelerated innovation and clear value recognition from partners and consumers.
**Key Financial Highlights**
**Revenue and Profit Growth** Revenue increased by 9% to £425.1 million, with underlying operating profit up 9% to £297.7 million. Operating profit rose 12% to £287.9 million.
**Strategic Growth Areas** Combined revenue from Commercial Property, Mortgages, and Rental Services grew by 25% to £29.1 million.
**Earnings Per Share (EPS)** Basic EPS increased by 15% to 28.1p, and underlying EPS grew by 11% to 29.1p.
**Dividends and Share Buybacks** A final dividend of 6.59p per share (up 8%) was announced, with a total dividend of 10.64p. A £90 million share buyback program was also initiated, to be completed by 31 July 2026.
**Operational Achievements**
**Partner Engagement** Agency membership grew by 2%, with the second-highest retention rate in over 10 years. New AI-enabled products like Online Agent Valuation saw rapid adoption.
**Consumer Engagement** Record time spent on Rightmove (89% Comscore
75% SimilarWeb/data.ai/Sensor Tower) with over 85% of traffic direct and organic. AI-powered features enhanced user experience.
**Technology Innovation** Launched 24% more products/features, including conversational search and AI-driven tools, supported by a multi-year collaboration with Google Cloud.
**Market Trends and Outlook**
**Property Market** Supportive conditions with falling interest rates and mortgage costs. Sales transactions increased by 10% to 1.2 million, while rental demand remained strong.
**2026 Guidance** Revenue growth of 8-10% is expected, with strategic growth areas projected to grow by 20-30%. Underlying operating profit margin is forecast at 67% due to increased investment in innovation.
**Strategic Focus**
Rightmove is accelerating investment in AI-powered operations, consumer and partner innovation, and new growth initiatives to sustain double-digit growth. The company aims to deepen its role in digitizing the UK property market ecosystem, enhancing value for all stakeholders.
**Leadership and Sustainability**
CEO Johan Svanstrom emphasized Rightmoves commitment to innovation, sustainability, and community support, while Chair Andrew Fisher highlighted the companys resilience and strategic focus on long-term growth.
**Conclusion**
Rightmove Plc demonstrated robust financial performance, strategic innovation, and strong market positioning in 2025, setting a positive trajectory for continued growth and value creation in 2026 and beyond.
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