ROTORK

Rotork reported revenue of £367m and adjusted operating profit of £82m for the first half of 2026; the adjusted operating margin improved to 22.4%. The CPI division was the driver with 16% revenue growth, supported by strong demand for critical HVAC systems and data centres, while the oil and gas business was weaker. Cash generation remained robust (cash conversion 79%), net cash stood at £25m, and the interim dividend was slightly increased. Management maintained the group outlook, upgraded expectations for CPI and downgraded oil and gas forecasts. » More on de.investing.com

Rotork accepted a £4.1 billion bid from ABB as part of a surge in takeovers of UK-listed companies this year. On the same day Gooch & Housego and Ramsdens accepted offers, and Mitie later agreed a £3.1 billion bid, underscoring elevated deal activity and attractive premiums. Analysts point to depressed valuations, internationalization of investors and greater deal completion confidence as key drivers of the wave. » More on cnbc.com

For the first quarter Rotork reports a decline in order intake on a constant-currency organic basis, while revenue increased slightly. The company confirms its outlook for 2026 and keeps the underlying assumptions unchanged. Rotork expects stable oil and gas activity with stronger profit weighting in the second half of the year, as some Middle East projects originally due in the first half have been deferred. » More on de.investing.com