FTSE 100: Record Revenue & Dividend Hike
- Halma, the 130-year-old FTSE 100 safety and equipment firm, announced a record year, driven by its diversified business model and strategic acquisitions.
- The company cited broad growth across markets and regions, with its environmental and Analysis division seeing an 18% revenue increase due to "exceptional growth in photonics." Healthcare experienced...
- The Amsterdam-based business increased its dividend by 7%, marking its 46th consecutive year of dividend growth of at least 5%.
Halma, the FTSE 100 safety equipment giant, isn’t just surviving; it’s thriving. The company has announced record revenue of £2.2 billion,a testament to its prosperous diversification and strategic acquisitions. Profit before tax also soared, hitting £411.2 million. This impressive performance, underscored by a commitment to innovation, reveals Halma’s robust market position.Halma further demonstrated its shareholder focus with a 7% dividend hike, marking a 46th year of consecutive dividend growth—a clear sign of financial health and strategic foresight. News Directory 3 provides a complete breakdown of the factors driving success. Will Halma’s strategy continue to deliver stellar results? Discover what’s next.
Halma Achieves Record Revenue, Boosts Dividend for 46th Year
Updated June 12, 2025
Halma, the 130-year-old FTSE 100 safety and equipment firm, announced a record year, driven by its diversified business model and strategic acquisitions. The company’s revenue jumped 11% to £2.2 billion, with profit before tax rising to £411.2 million from £367.9 million the previous year.
The company cited broad growth across markets and regions, with its environmental and Analysis division seeing an 18% revenue increase due to “exceptional growth in photonics.” Healthcare experienced a more modest 3.2% increase,driven by improvements in the second half of the year. Halma’s return on total invested capital rose 60 basis points to 15%, exceeding its 12% target.
The Amsterdam-based business increased its dividend by 7%, marking its 46th consecutive year of dividend growth of at least 5%. This consistent dividend growth underscores Halma’s commitment to delivering shareholder value.
Strong cash conversion, reaching 112%, provided Halma with excess cash for further investment in research and development and strategic acquisitions. The company invested over £108 million in R&D and completed seven takeovers for a total consideration of £157 million,demonstrating its commitment to future growth and market leadership in safety equipment.
“This has been another triumphant year for Halma, reflecting the contributions and commitment of everyone in the Group,” said Marc Ronchetti, group chief executive. “We delivered record revenue and profit, with strong margins and cash generation, and increased returns on capital. We achieved our 22nd consecutive year of profit growth, and delivered our 46th consecutive year of dividend growth of 5 per cent or more.”
What’s next
With a healthy pipeline of potential acquisitions and continued investment in research and development, Halma is poised for further growth and innovation in the coming year. The company’s diversified business model and strategic focus on safety, analysis, and healthcare position it well to navigate a challenging global landscape and deliver enduring value to its stakeholders.