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Intertek Group plc is a British multinational company specializing in Total Quality Assurance (TQA), providing Assurance, Testing, Inspection, and Certification (ATIC) services to industries worldwide. Headquartered in London, it operates through a global network of over 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, employing around 44,000 people. The company serves diverse sectors including consumer goods, textiles, footwear, toys, electronics, automotive, aerospace, healthcare, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, commodities, and renewable energy, helping clients meet stringent safety, regulatory, quality, performance, and sustainability standards. Intertek Group plc supports businesses in assessing products and commodities, managing supply chain risks, and achieving compliance amid growing global regulations, consumer demands for safety, and trends like outsourcing testing services. Organized into key divisions such as Consumer Goods, Commercial & Electrical, and Industry & Assurance, it leverages a strong competitive position with brand accreditations, local expertise, and innovation to address challenges in fast-evolving markets. As a FTSE 100 constituent, Intertek plays a vital role in enhancing operational efficiencies and sustainability across global trade flows.
15.80% operating margin is respectable but not wide. ROIC at 14.89%. Suggests the business covers its cost of capital, but doesn't point to a wide moat.
Revenue growth slowed to 1.1%, essentially flat. This is a business that needs a catalyst.
Free cash flow declined 15% versus the prior year, cash generation momentum has weakened.
Profitability & Returns
Revenue (TTM)
£3.43B
▲ +1.1% YoY
Net Income (TTM)
£363M
▼ -1.1% YoY
Op. Margin
15.80%
ROIC
14.89%
▼ -0.7pp YoY
Cash Flow & Balance Sheet
FCF (TTM)
£392M
▼ -15.2% YoY
Op. Cash Flow (TTM)
£527M
▼ -11.0% YoY
Net Debt
£1.32B
Cash & Equiv.
£329M
3Y CAGR: +2.4%
3Y CAGR: -4.0%
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