Intertek posts 7% Q3 revenue growth and keeps its 2026 outlook on track
Intertek reported 7.0% constant-currency revenue growth in Q3 and reaffirmed its 2026 outlook, while the EQT acquisition stays on schedule.
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what happened
In a trading statement, Intertek said revenue for July to September 2026 rose 7.0% at constant currency, reaching £941.8m at actual rates. Nine-month revenue totalled £2.7bn, up 6.4%. Like-for-like growth in the quarter was 6.4%, with Consumer Products the strongest division at 9.8%, while World of Energy fell 0.6%.
The company reaffirmed its 2026 expectations: mid-single digit like-for-like revenue growth at constant currency, further margin expansion, strong earnings growth and a strong free cash flow. The proposed acquisition by EQT has been approved by shareholders and is expected to complete in Q4 2026 or Q1 2027, subject to remaining regulatory approvals.
why it matters
For markets, the key signal is the durability of organic growth and margins. However, Intertek's share price is largely anchored to the terms of the EQT deal, so the reaction to the quarterly figures is likely to be limited.
market impact
Intertek shares: a strong quarter supports the stock, but the EQT deal caps the reaction.
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sources
- REG - Intertek Group Plc — Trading Statement, 28 October 2026 at 07:00 UTC
- REG - 4imprint Group PLC — Director/PDMR Shareholding, 28 October 2026 at 07:08 UTC
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