IMI PLC

IMI has appointed Claudio Simao as an independent non-executive director with effect from 1 January 2027. Simao will join the nominations committee and brings more than 30 years of experience in industrial technology and digital transformation, including leadership roles at Hexagon AB. His expertise in technology strategy, acquisitions and corporate transformation is expected to support IMI’s growth and technology strategy. » Mere på de.investing.com

IMI rose about 3.5% to 3,048 pence after publishing half-year results for the period to 30 June 2026. IMI Automation delivered organic revenue growth of 6% in the first quarter; the company confirms adjusted earnings per share of 136–142 pence for the full year, depending on planned deliveries to the Middle East. The stock is therefore only 28 pence below its 52-week high and benefits from continued demand for industrial automation and a positive market environment. » Mere på de.investing.com

IMI has appointed Deutsche Bank, London branch (acting as Deutsche Numis), to execute the second tranche of its up to £500 million share buyback programme, in the amount of £250 million. The second tranche begins after completion of the first £250 million tranche, which was announced on 9 March 2026. The programme is to be completed by 31 December 2026 at the latest and is in line with the UK Listing Rules and the shareholders’ authorisation that limits the buyback to just under 10% of the issued ordinary share capital. » Mere på de.investing.com

IMI plc recorded organic revenue growth across all divisions in the first quarter of 2026 and, despite disruptions in the Middle East, shipped goods worth £35 million. The company reiterated its full-year EPS guidance of £1.36 to £1.42 and continues to expect mid-single-digit organic growth over the medium term. Management highlighted operational resilience, logistical flexibility and opportunities from investments in energy security, while citing ongoing geopolitical risks and higher logistics costs as challenges. » Mere på de.investing.com

IMI PLC recorded organic revenue growth across all divisions in Q1 2026, driven by its focus on energy, automation and healthcare and by the 'One IMI' operating model. The company reiterated its full-year guidance for adjusted EPS of £1.36 to £1.42 and expects further growth particularly in process automation and climate control. The process automation segment benefited from a doubling of orders from conventional power generation, while delivery risks and higher shipping costs persist due to the situation in the Middle East. The stock rose about 1.45% and is approaching a 52-week high. » Mere på de.investing.com