The company reported robust financial results in the first half, achieving a 7% revenue growth and a 9% increase in adjusted operating profit, driven by strategic advancements across all business segments.
- Underlying adjusted earnings per share grew by 10% at constant currency, supporting an interim dividend increase of 7% to 19.5p per share.
- Strong performance in the Risk division with 8% revenue growth, bolstered by AI-enabled analytics and growing demand for financial crime compliance solutions.
- Legal and STM segments experienced growth upticks of 9% and 5%, respectively, fueled by enhanced higher-value analytics and generative AI capabilities.
- Adjusted operating margin improved to 34.8%, reflecting effective cost management below revenue growth across all business areas.
- The company has reduced print-related revenue exposure significantly, transitioning towards a focus on higher growth data and analytics services.
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