Consensus analyst price targets for Smiths Group were little changed despite sharply upgraded revenue growth forecasts (+0.2% to +9.1%), as a substantial decline in net profit margin (12.38% to 10.26%) offset much of the benefit, resulting in only a marginal fair value increase to £24.38.
What's in the News
- Smiths Group is recommending a final dividend of 31.77 pence for the year ended 31 July 2025, bringing the total for the year to 46.0 pence, a year-on-year increase of 5.1%.
- The company expects organic revenue growth of 4%-6% for fiscal year 2026, noting a strong first quarter comparator in FY2025.
Valuation Changes
Summary of Valuation Changes for Smiths Group
- The Consensus Analyst Price Target remained effectively unchanged, moving only marginally from £24.12 to £24.38.
- The Consensus Revenue Growth forecasts for Smiths Group has significantly risen from 0.2% per annum to 9.1% per annum.
- The Net Profit Margin for Smiths Group has significantly fallen from 12.38% to 10.26%.
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