- Balfour Beatty‘s adjusted earnings per share (EPS) for the fiscal year came in at 43.6 pence, surpassing the estimate of 39.4 pence.
- The company’s revenue reached GBP 10.02 billion, exceeding the forecast of GBP 9.8 billion.
- Adjusted operating profit was reported at GBP 248 million, above the expected GBP 241 million.
- Adjusted pretax profit totaled GBP 289 million, beating the estimate of GBP 272.4 million.
- A final dividend per share is set at 8.7 pence.
- The order book stands at GBP 18.44 billion.
- The board remains confident in Balfour Beatty’s capacity for generating sustainable cash flow, supporting enhanced shareholder returns.
- Planned shareholder returns include increased dividends and share buybacks for 2025.
- Investor sentiment is mostly positive, with 8 buy ratings, 0 hold ratings, and 1 sell rating.
A look at Balfour Beatty Smart Scores
| Factor | Score | Magnitude |
|---|---|---|
| Value | 3 | |
| Dividend | 3 | |
| Growth | 4 | |
| Resilience | 5 | |
| Momentum | 5 | |
| OVERALL SMART SCORE | 4.0 |
Smart Score is a compound score for the Company indicating its overall outlook. It is derived by taking an equally weighted average of underlying Factor scores computed by Smartkarma
Analysts at Smartkarma have assessed Balfour Beatty‘s long-term outlook using their Smart Scores system. The company has received positive scores in key areas, with a strong rating of 4 for Growth and an impressive 5 for Resilience and Momentum. Balfour Beatty‘s focus on expansion and ability to weather market challenges effectively position it for potential long-term success.
Balfour Beatty plc, an international engineering and construction group, is known for providing civil and specialist engineering services primarily in the transport and energy sectors. The company also engages in investments in various infrastructure projects in the UK and internationally. With solid scores in Growth, Resilience, and Momentum, Balfour Beatty appears to be well-positioned to capitalize on future opportunities.
Disclaimer: This article by Smartkarma is general in nature and based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. Note that our articles may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material.
While all reasonable care has been taken in the preparation, Smartkarma makes no assurance about the accuracy of any generated data or content. All content is indicative only and should be independently checked for accuracy and confirmed before use. Smartkarma accepts no responsibility for any loss or damage caused as a result of any inaccuracy or error within the Lab online tools or generated data.
Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? Get in touch with us directly.
💡 Before it’s here, it’s on Smartkarma
Sign Up for Free
The Smartkarma Preview Pass is your entry to the Independent Investment Research Network
- ✓ Unlimited Research Summaries
- ✓ Personalised Alerts
- ✓ Custom Watchlists
- ✓ Company Analytics and News
- ✓ Events & Webinars
