Intertek stock: Q3 growth supports 2026 outlook as EQT deal advances

Intertek reported strong third-quarter trading on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, and kept its full-year outlook unchanged. In its trading statement, the testing, inspection and certification group said revenue rose 7.0% in the July-to-September period at constant currency.

Like-for-like revenue increased 6.4% at constant currency. Consumer Products led the divisional performance with 9.8% growth, followed by Industry and Infrastructure at 9.2%. Health and Safety grew 7.5%, while Corporate Assurance advanced 4.3%. World of Energy declined 0.6% on a like-for-like basis.

Growth supports full-year guidance

Revenue for the first nine months reached 2.713 billion pounds, up 6.4% at constant currency. Like-for-like revenue rose 5.4%, with mergers and acquisitions contributing 1.0% to growth. Intertek cited pricing, divisional mix, operating leverage, cost control and productivity improvements as drivers of margin progression.

Management continues to expect mid-single-digit like-for-like revenue growth at constant currency in 2026, alongside further margin progression, strong earnings growth and strong free cash flow. The company also expects net finance costs of 69 million to 70 million pounds and an effective tax rate of 25.5% to 26.5%.

EQT transaction remains on track

The proposed acquisition by EQT has been approved by shareholders and remains scheduled for completion in the fourth quarter of 2026 or the first quarter of 2027. Intertek said outstanding regulatory approvals remain a condition for completion.

Intertek stock traded at 71.60 euros on Lang & Schwarz at 13:02 CEST on Saturday, October 31, 2026. The real-time quote of Intertek stock is available separately.

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