The interim figures show a mixed picture of head- and tailwinds, but with a definite improvement in Q217 over Q117, particularly in the events business. The loosening of the DMGT relationship is facilitating a faster implementation of the strategy to drive profit growth, with the benefit set to show more strongly in FY18. We have adjusted our forecasts to reflect the RISI acquisition in April, with underlying trading in line. The step-up in the dividend payout reflects the group’s stron
23 May 2017
Finding its wings
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Finding its wings
- Published:
23 May 2017 -
Author:
Fiona Orford-Williams -
Pages:
4
The interim figures show a mixed picture of head- and tailwinds, but with a definite improvement in Q217 over Q117, particularly in the events business. The loosening of the DMGT relationship is facilitating a faster implementation of the strategy to drive profit growth, with the benefit set to show more strongly in FY18. We have adjusted our forecasts to reflect the RISI acquisition in April, with underlying trading in line. The step-up in the dividend payout reflects the group’s stron