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Bunzl PLC (GB:BNZL)
LSE:BNZL
Earnings Data
Report Date
Sep 02, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
92Last Year’s EPS
84.3Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 10 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Mar 03, 2025
|% Change Since: -12.00%
|Next Earnings Date:Sep 02, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
Bunzl demonstrated strong growth and strategic progress through record acquisitions, profit growth, and increased dividends. However, these positives were tempered by challenges such as currency impacts, persistent deflation, and regional revenue declines. The company's resilience and strategic focus indicate a balanced outlook.Company Guidance
During Bunzl's 2024 Full Year Results presentation, the company outlined significant metrics highlighting their strong financial performance and strategic progress. The group achieved a 7.2% growth in adjusted operating profit at constant exchange rates, with an operating margin increase from 8% to 8.3%. Revenue rose by 3.1% at constant exchange rates, despite underlying revenue declines due to deflation and volume softness in North America. Bunzl's return on invested capital stood at 14.8%, notably above the group's weighted average cost of capital (WACC), supported by GBP 2.6 billion in acquisitions over five years. The company generated GBP 634 million in free cash flow with a 93% cash conversion rate. Bunzl announced a total dividend per share increase of 8.2% and initiated two share buyback programs, including a GBP 250 million completed buyback in 2024 and another GBP 200 million underway. The group also committed GBP 883 million to acquisitions, including 13 deals across five sectors and nine countries, highlighting their strategic focus on value-added distribution and own brand development. Bunzl plans to maintain operating margins in 2025, with expectations of robust revenue growth driven by acquisitions, despite anticipated deflationary headwinds.Strong Compounding Growth
Since 2014, Bunzl has delivered an adjusted EPS CAGR of 8% with strong consistency, driven by organic and acquisition growth.
Record Acquisition Spend
Bunzl committed a record GBP 883 million to acquisitions in 2024, including 13 acquisitions across 5 sectors and 9 countries.
Operating Profit Growth
Adjusted operating profit grew by 7.2% at constant exchange rates, driven by operating margin expansion from 8.0% to 8.3%.
Increased Dividend and Share Buybacks
Bunzl increased total dividend per share by 8.2% and completed a GBP 250 million share buyback, with another GBP 200 million buyback underway.
Strong Cash Flow
The company generated GBP 634 million of free cash flow, achieving a 93% cash conversion rate.
Own Brand Penetration Growth
Own brand penetration increased from 25% to 28%, with significant development in North America.
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GB:BNZL Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
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GB:BNZL Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
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| Mar 03, 2025 | 3368.00p | 3072.00p | -8.79% |
| Aug 27, 2024 | 3195.31p | 3449.82p | +7.97% |
| Feb 26, 2024 | 3233.82p | 3139.92p | -2.90% |
| Aug 29, 2023 | 2648.07p | 2729.73p | +3.08% |
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.
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FAQ
When does Bunzl PLC (GB:BNZL) report earnings?
Bunzl PLC (GB:BNZL) is schdueled to report earning on Sep 02, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Bunzl PLC (GB:BNZL) earnings time?
Bunzl PLC (GB:BNZL) earnings time is at Sep 02, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is the P/E ratio of Bunzl PLC stock?
The P/E ratio of Bunzl plc is N/A.
What is GB:BNZL EPS forecast?
GB:BNZL EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q2) is 92.
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