QinetiQ’s July AGM statement highlighted that conditions remain as at the full year results, demonstrating that the group continues to deliver sustainable cash-generative growth. CEO Steve Wadey’s strategy is to drive the core UK business, expand internationally and ensure continued innovation underpinned by a transformation programme to improve customer focus and competitiveness. With c £275m of cash on the balance sheet and further cash generation expected in FY17, the group’s capital allocation policy guides uses of cash to promote conditions for growth through increased capex and select bolt-on acquisitions.