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Diploma H2 2025 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.H2 2025 earnings summary18 Nov, 2025
Executive summary
Delivered strong full-year results ahead of expectations, with double-digit revenue and earnings growth, positive momentum into FY26, and a disciplined, returns-focused strategy driving sustainable quality compounding.
Seven-year CAGR: 19% revenue, 7% organic growth, 18% EPS, reflecting accelerated performance under current strategy.
Strategic focus on organic growth, disciplined capital allocation, and selective acquisitions, supported by a robust and diversified portfolio and a powerful, decentralised culture.
Significant investments in talent, management capability, and end market development to sustain long-term growth.
Financial highlights
Revenue grew 12% year-over-year to £1,524.5m, with organic growth of 11% and 3% from net acquisitions.
Adjusted operating profit increased 20% to £342.7m; operating margin expanded 160bps to 22.5%.
Adjusted EPS rose 21% to 176.0p; dividend per share increased 5% to 62.3p.
Free cash flow of nearly GBP 250 million and 105% cash conversion.
Return on capital improved to 20.9%; leverage reduced to 0.8x net debt/EBITDA.
Outlook and guidance
FY2026 organic growth expected at 6%, with growth weighted to the first half due to strong prior-year comparables.
Acquisitions, net of disposals, to contribute 2% to revenue growth; further acquisitions could increase this.
Operating margin guidance maintained at 22.5% for FY2026 at constant currency.
Continued focus on compounding outcomes and maintaining prudent leverage below 2.0x.
Long-term prospects remain strong, with a focus on sustainable quality compounding.
Detail FY26 M&A funding strategy
Long-term margin trajectory with investments?
Controls growth drivers beyond Peerless?
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Diploma PLC is an international group of businesses specializing in technical products and services across three core sectors: Life Sciences, Seals, and Controls. The company provides a range of products, including diagnostic instruments, consumables, seals, gaskets, and specialized wiring and connectors, serving industries such as healthcare, industrial manufacturing, and aerospace. The company is headquartered in London, United Kingdom, and its shares are listed on the LSE (London Stock Exchange).
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