Bloomsbury Publishing (BMY) Trading update summary
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Trading update summary
15 Jul, 2026Trading performance and outlook
Strong new titles in the Consumer Division are expected to drive performance, including works by bestselling authors and the upcoming HBO Harry Potter TV series launch introducing the novels to new readers.
Ongoing AI licensing revenue continues to benefit results, while the Academic & Professional Division is achieving growth across all territories, excluding AI.
The Board remains confident in delivering adjusted profit in line with expectations for the full year, with consensus market expectations set at £354.2m revenue and £49.9m adjusted profit for the year ending 28 February 2027.
Forward-looking statements and disclosures
Further details will be provided with the Interim Results announcement in October 2026.
Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ materially from projections.
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