By Rentokil Initial, the leading provider of pest-control, hygiene, and workwear services, has announced its impressive financial results for the first half of 2023. The company’s pretax profit soared to £240 million ($310.6 million), a significant increase from £162 million in the same period last year.
Robust Revenue Growth Across All Regions and Categories
Rentokil Initial’s revenue for H1 2023 reached £2.67 billion, compared to £1.57 billion in the previous year. This remarkable growth can be attributed to the company’s strategic acquisitions, effective pricing strategies to counter inflationary costs, and expansion in every region. Notably, the hygiene unit experienced a 5.2% increase in revenue, while the pest-control business witnessed a growth of 5.6%.
Dividend Increase and Positive Outlook
In light of the exceptional performance, the company’s board has announced an interim dividend of 2.75 pence per share, marking an increase from the previous year’s 2.4 pence dividend.
Rentokil Initial remains optimistic about its future prospects and expects continued strong performance for the remainder of 2023. The company attributes its success to a resilient business model and supportive structural growth drivers. Moreover, Rentokil Initial emphasizes its commitment to delivering the ongoing integration of Terminix.
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