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Kier Group Revenue Climbs 7.5% to £4.4 Billion on Record Order Book

Kier Group posts record £11.9 billion order book and 7.5% revenue growth, signaling a transition from recovery to value creation with raised EPS guidance and increased capital returns.

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Kier Group reported strong fiscal 2026 results with revenue up 7.5%, raised EPS guidance, record order book, and announced share buybacks, indicating bullish momentum.

🎯 Key Takeaways

  • Record order book of £11.9 billion provides 95% revenue cover for fiscal 2027.
  • First full-year average net cash position since 2012, totaling £232 million.
  • Strategic pivot away from new property developments to focus on infrastructure and construction.

📝 Executive Summary

Kier Group reported strong fiscal 2026 results, with revenue rising 7.5% to £4.4 billion and adjusted operating profit increasing 6.7% to £170 million. The company achieved a record order book of £11.9 billion, supported by a shift toward infrastructure growth and a strengthened balance sheet, leading to an 8.3% dividend increase and continued share buybacks.

❓ FAQ

What is Kier Group's strategy for its property division?

Kier will stop investing in new property developments, focusing instead on completing existing projects to realize approximately £150 million in capital over the next three years to strengthen its balance sheet.