September 24, 2024 07:20 GMT
CAPITAL GOODS: Smiths Group (SMINLN Baa2/BBB+/NR): FY24 Results
CAPITAL GOODS
- Smiths reports revenue in line with consensus and organic growth a touch ahead at 5.4%.
- Adj. EBIT was in line. Efficiency plans aim to lift margin from 16.4% to 18-20% in the medium term.
- FCF improved from £219mn to £336mn YoY due to higher EBIT and reduced working capital. Leverage is down to 0.3x from 0.7x.
- 4-6% revenue growth and margin expansion is expected in 2025.
- 2 small acquisitions are announced.
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