Half Year Results

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Knights Group Holdings plc reported a strong first half with underlying revenue increasing by 30% to £103.2 million, achieving approximately 3% organic growth. Underlying profit before tax rose by 12.5% to £16.4 million, though the underlying PBT margin decreased to 16% due to increased payroll taxes, interest rate movements, and investment in technology. Reported profit before tax was £2.4 million, impacted by acquisition-related costs. Basic underlying EPS increased by 11% to 14.09p, and the interim dividend is proposed at 1.94p per share, a 10% increase. The company maintained working capital discipline with debtor days at 32 and lock-up days at 95, and reported strong cash conversion of 122%. Net debt increased to £75.2 million following acquisitions and capital expenditure. Knights remains confident in delivering full-year performance in line with market expectations.

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