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COST 09:31
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Transaction in Own Shares
COST 08:31
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Director/PDMR Shareholding
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BuyBack 1
COST 06:02
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£20m Share Buyback Programme
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**Summary**
Costain Group PLC announced the launch of a £20 million on-market share buyback programme on March 10, 2026. This initiative follows the companys January 2026 update, which included a new pension scheme agreement and enhanced shareholder returns. The buyback, executed in two tranches of £10 million each by Panmure Liberum and Investec Bank, aims to reduce share capital by canceling purchased ordinary shares. The programme is expected to conclude by December 31, 2026, and will not affect the companys existing dividend policy. Costains board views this as a value-enhancing use of cash while maintaining financial flexibility for strategic investments in sustainable growth. The buyback operates under shareholder authority from the 2025 AGM and complies with UK financial regulations. Further announcements will follow any repurchases, with no guarantee of full implementation.
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COST 08:31
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COST 06:01
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Costain Secures c.£45m Contract with Severn Trent
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Costain Group PLC secures a £45 million contract with Severn Trent to upgrade the Rugby Newbold Sewage Treatment Works, enhancing operational resilience and capacity. This extends their long-term partnership through 2028, building on previous AMP framework collaborations since 2010. The project reinforces Costains commitment to sustainable, resilient UK infrastructure.
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COST 06:01
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Final Results
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**Summary of Costain Group PLCs Final Results for the Year Ended 31 December 2025**
**Overview**
Costain Group PLC reported strong financial performance for FY 2025, with a 9% increase in adjusted operating profit to £47.1 million and a 4.5% adjusted operating margin. The company achieved record forward work of £7 billion, up 30% from the previous year, and strengthened its balance sheet with net cash of £189.3 million. CEO Alex Vaughan highlighted the companys strategic positioning in growing markets, long-term collaborative partnerships, and improved quality of earnings.
**Financial Highlights**
**Revenue**£1,045.7 million (FY 2024: £1,251.1 million), with growth in Natural Resources offset by a reduction in Transportation.
**Adjusted Operating Profit**Up 9.3% to £47.1 million (FY 2024: £43.1 million).
**Adjusted Operating Margin**Improved to 4.5% (FY 2024: 3.4%).
**Reported Operating Profit**Increased 44.1% to £44.8 million (FY 2024: £31.1 million).
**Adjusted EPS**14.5p (FY 2024: 14.6p).
**Net Cash**Strengthened to £189.3 million (FY 2024: £158.5 million).
**Strategic Progress**
**Forward Work Position**Record £7.0 billion, up 30% from FY 2024, providing strong visibility for future growth.
**Market Positioning**Well-positioned in structurally growing markets with significant long-term investment, particularly in Transport, Water, Energy, and Defence.
**Customer Relationships**Expanded long-term partnerships with key customers, including Sellafield, Anglian Water, and Heathrow.
**Consultancy Services**Grew to 17% of Group revenues (FY 2024: 12%), with new wins in energy, transport, and water sectors.
**Sustainability and Safety**
**Safety Performance**Lost Time Injury Rate (LTIR) increased to 0.16 in FY 2025 from 0.11 in FY 2024, though other safety metrics improved.
**Sustainability Goals**Progress made towards 2030 goals, including reductions in gender and ethnicity pay gaps, social value creation, and environmental performance.
**Capital Allocation and Shareholder Returns**
**Dividend**Increased final dividend to 3.2p (FY 2024: 2.0p), with a target dividend cover of 3x adjusted earnings.
**Share Buyback**Completed a £10m share buyback in FY 2025 and announced a £20m programme for FY 2026.
**Pension Scheme**Removed dividend parity arrangement, with no further cash contributions required until January 2031.
**Outlook**
Costain expects to deliver revenue and operating profit growth in FY 2026, with an adjusted operating margin of around 4.0%. The company anticipates a step change in performance in FY 2027 and beyond, driven by increased customer investment and growth across all markets.
**Divisional Performance**
**Transportation**Revenue declined 28.4% to £605.3 million due to project completions and revised schedules, but the adjusted operating margin improved to 4.1%.
**Natural Resources**Revenue increased 8.7% to £440.4 million, with strong growth in Energy and Defence and Nuclear Energy, and stable Water revenues.
**Conclusion**
Costain Group PLC demonstrated resilience and growth in FY 2025, with a strong financial performance, record forward work, and strategic progress in key markets. The company is well-positioned for future growth, supported by long-term customer relationships, a robust balance sheet, and a focus on sustainability and shareholder returns.
Here is the HTML table code comparing the financials and debt year on year for Costain Group PLC:
MetricFY 2025FY 2024Change
Revenue (£m)1,045.71,251.1(16.4%)
Adjusted Operating Profit (£m)47.143.19.3%
Adjusted Operating Margin4.5%3.4%110bps
Reported Operating Profit (£m)44.831.144.1%
Adjusted EPS (pence)14.514.6(0.7%)
Reported EPS (pence)13.911.323.0%
Dividend per Share (pence)4.22.475.0%
Net Cash Balance (£m)189.3158.5£30.8m
Forward Work Position (£bn)7.05.4£1.6bn
Adjusted Free Cash Flow (£m)63.127.1132.8%
**Key Highlights:** * **Revenue Decline:** Revenue decreased by 16.4% from FY 2024 to FY 2025, primarily due to a reduction in Transportation revenue. * **Profit Growth:** Adjusted operating profit increased by 9.3%, driven by improved margins and strong performance in Natural Resources. * **Margin Improvement:** Adjusted operating margin expanded by 110 basis points to 4.5%, reflecting better cost control and contract performance. * **Cash Position Strengthening:** Net cash balance increased by £30.8 million, and adjusted free cash flow more than doubled, indicating strong cash generation. * **Forward Work Growth:** Forward work position grew by 30% to a record £7.0 billion, providing good visibility for future growth. * **Debt:** No significant debt is mentioned in the provided text, and the company maintains a net cash position.
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TR1 1
COST 09:58
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Holding(s) in Company
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COST 09:31
Costain Group PLC
Transaction in Own Shares
COST 08:31
Costain Group PLC
Director/PDMR Shareholding
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COST 08:00
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COST 14:36
Costain Group PLC
Additional Listing
COST 09:31
Costain Group PLC
Transaction in Own Shares
COST 09:31
Costain Group PLC
Transaction in Own Shares
COST 06:01
Costain Group PLC
Costain Secures c.£45m Contract with Severn Trent
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Costain Group PLC secures a £45 million contract with Severn Trent to upgrade the Rugby Newbold Sewage Treatment Works, enhancing operational resilience and capacity. This extends their long-term partnership through 2028, building on previous AMP framework collaborations since 2010. The project reinforces Costains commitment to sustainable, resilient UK infrastructure.
NewContract
COST 06:02
Costain Group PLC
£20m Share Buyback Programme
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**Summary**
Costain Group PLC announced the launch of a £20 million on-market share buyback programme on March 10, 2026. This initiative follows the companys January 2026 update, which included a new pension scheme agreement and enhanced shareholder returns. The buyback, executed in two tranches of £10 million each by Panmure Liberum and Investec Bank, aims to reduce share capital by canceling purchased ordinary shares. The programme is expected to conclude by December 31, 2026, and will not affect the companys existing dividend policy. Costains board views this as a value-enhancing use of cash while maintaining financial flexibility for strategic investments in sustainable growth. The buyback operates under shareholder authority from the 2025 AGM and complies with UK financial regulations. Further announcements will follow any repurchases, with no guarantee of full implementation.
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COST 06:01
Costain Group PLC
Final Results
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**Summary of Costain Group PLCs Final Results for the Year Ended 31 December 2025**
**Overview**
Costain Group PLC reported strong financial performance for FY 2025, with a 9% increase in adjusted operating profit to £47.1 million and a 4.5% adjusted operating margin. The company achieved record forward work of £7 billion, up 30% from the previous year, and strengthened its balance sheet with net cash of £189.3 million. CEO Alex Vaughan highlighted the companys strategic positioning in growing markets, long-term collaborative partnerships, and improved quality of earnings.
**Financial Highlights**
**Revenue**£1,045.7 million (FY 2024: £1,251.1 million), with growth in Natural Resources offset by a reduction in Transportation.
**Adjusted Operating Profit**Up 9.3% to £47.1 million (FY 2024: £43.1 million).
**Adjusted Operating Margin**Improved to 4.5% (FY 2024: 3.4%).
**Reported Operating Profit**Increased 44.1% to £44.8 million (FY 2024: £31.1 million).
**Adjusted EPS**14.5p (FY 2024: 14.6p).
**Net Cash**Strengthened to £189.3 million (FY 2024: £158.5 million).
**Strategic Progress**
**Forward Work Position**Record £7.0 billion, up 30% from FY 2024, providing strong visibility for future growth.
**Market Positioning**Well-positioned in structurally growing markets with significant long-term investment, particularly in Transport, Water, Energy, and Defence.
**Customer Relationships**Expanded long-term partnerships with key customers, including Sellafield, Anglian Water, and Heathrow.
**Consultancy Services**Grew to 17% of Group revenues (FY 2024: 12%), with new wins in energy, transport, and water sectors.
**Sustainability and Safety**
**Safety Performance**Lost Time Injury Rate (LTIR) increased to 0.16 in FY 2025 from 0.11 in FY 2024, though other safety metrics improved.
**Sustainability Goals**Progress made towards 2030 goals, including reductions in gender and ethnicity pay gaps, social value creation, and environmental performance.
**Capital Allocation and Shareholder Returns**
**Dividend**Increased final dividend to 3.2p (FY 2024: 2.0p), with a target dividend cover of 3x adjusted earnings.
**Share Buyback**Completed a £10m share buyback in FY 2025 and announced a £20m programme for FY 2026.
**Pension Scheme**Removed dividend parity arrangement, with no further cash contributions required until January 2031.
**Outlook**
Costain expects to deliver revenue and operating profit growth in FY 2026, with an adjusted operating margin of around 4.0%. The company anticipates a step change in performance in FY 2027 and beyond, driven by increased customer investment and growth across all markets.
**Divisional Performance**
**Transportation**Revenue declined 28.4% to £605.3 million due to project completions and revised schedules, but the adjusted operating margin improved to 4.1%.
**Natural Resources**Revenue increased 8.7% to £440.4 million, with strong growth in Energy and Defence and Nuclear Energy, and stable Water revenues.
**Conclusion**
Costain Group PLC demonstrated resilience and growth in FY 2025, with a strong financial performance, record forward work, and strategic progress in key markets. The company is well-positioned for future growth, supported by long-term customer relationships, a robust balance sheet, and a focus on sustainability and shareholder returns.
Here is the HTML table code comparing the financials and debt year on year for Costain Group PLC:
MetricFY 2025FY 2024Change
Revenue (£m)1,045.71,251.1(16.4%)
Adjusted Operating Profit (£m)47.143.19.3%
Adjusted Operating Margin4.5%3.4%110bps
Reported Operating Profit (£m)44.831.144.1%
Adjusted EPS (pence)14.514.6(0.7%)
Reported EPS (pence)13.911.323.0%
Dividend per Share (pence)4.22.475.0%
Net Cash Balance (£m)189.3158.5£30.8m
Forward Work Position (£bn)7.05.4£1.6bn
Adjusted Free Cash Flow (£m)63.127.1132.8%
**Key Highlights:** * **Revenue Decline:** Revenue decreased by 16.4% from FY 2024 to FY 2025, primarily due to a reduction in Transportation revenue. * **Profit Growth:** Adjusted operating profit increased by 9.3%, driven by improved margins and strong performance in Natural Resources. * **Margin Improvement:** Adjusted operating margin expanded by 110 basis points to 4.5%, reflecting better cost control and contract performance. * **Cash Position Strengthening:** Net cash balance increased by £30.8 million, and adjusted free cash flow more than doubled, indicating strong cash generation. * **Forward Work Growth:** Forward work position grew by 30% to a record £7.0 billion, providing good visibility for future growth. * **Debt:** No significant debt is mentioned in the provided text, and the company maintains a net cash position.
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Costain Group PLC
Directorate change
COST 09:58
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Holding(s) in Company
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COST 06:01
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Fundamentals Matrix

Overall Fundamentals
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Capital Strength
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Float Liquidity
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Short Pressure
Signal: Pending
Target Setup
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Market Profile
Signal: Pending
Market Cap
518.0M
Enterprise Value
33.0M
Public Float
87.0
Broker Target
237
Shares Out
267.3M
Long Interest
100
Short Interest
0
Exchange
LSE
Currency Code
GBX
ISIN
GB00B64NSP76
Market
LSE - MAIN MARKET
Sector
Industrial Support Services
Float / Shares Ratio
-
Short vs Long Delta
-
EV / Market Cap
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Financials Matrix

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Overall Stability
Signal: Pending
Profitability
Signal: Pending
Debt & Cash
Signal: Pending
Valuation Risk
Signal: Pending
Forward Expectation
Signal: Pending
Dividend Safety
Signal: Pending
Divi Rate
0.04
Ex Divi
2026-04-16
Earnings Date
2026-03-09
Net Debt
-190.3M
Cash
215.3M
EPS
0.14
Net Income
37.3M
Revenue
1.0B
Enterprise Value
33.0M
Trailing PE
13.8429
Forward PE
12.7226
Price Sales TTM
0.4954
Price Book MRQ
2.0063
EV Revenue
0.3383
EV EBITDA
5.4171
Financial Forecastist

Mixed financial engine

Revenue is slipping -22.1% against the prior comparable period. Net margin is expanding by 1.9 pts. Net debt is building +36.4%.

Revenue -22.1% Net Income +35.9% FCF +64.9% Current Ratio 1.44x Forward Rev 0
Mixed
Quarter Revenue
520.3M
-22.1%
vs prior comparable quarter
Net Margin
+4.4%
+1.9 pts
profitability pulse
Free Cash Flow
62.5M
+64.9%
cash conversion
Net Debt / EBITDA
-5.1x
+36.4%
lower is cleaner
Revenue Engine

Latest quarter printed 520.3M with the top line cooling off against the last comparable period.

Profit Stack

Net income landed at 23.1M and the margin profile is broadening. That usually tells us whether operating leverage is finally kicking in.

Balance-Sheet Pressure

Cash sits near 215.3M while net debt is -190.3M. The leverage stack is moving the wrong way.

Quarterly Revenue Runway

Actual revenue bars, consensus revenue where available, plus the terminal model path.

Profit And Cash Conversion

Net income and free cash flow moving together is usually what separates genuine improvement from noise.

Balance-Sheet Pressure

Cash, net debt and liquidity tell us whether the business is strengthening or just surviving.

Annual Power Curve

Longer-cycle revenue and net income help frame whether the company is compounding or rolling over.
Q1 2024
Consensus
0
Revenue Path
0.00
EPS / Earnings
Growth cue -
Q2 2024
Consensus
0
Revenue Path
0.00
EPS / Earnings
Growth cue -
Q3 2024
Consensus
0
Revenue Path
0.00
EPS / Earnings
Growth cue -
Q1 2025
Consensus
0
Revenue Path
0.00
EPS / Earnings
Growth cue -
FY 2026
Consensus
1.2B
Revenue Path
0.15
EPS / Earnings
Growth cue +0.0%
FY 2027
Consensus
1.4B
Revenue Path
0.17
EPS / Earnings
Growth cue +0.2%

Quarterly Statement Tape

Last 6 Quarters
Period Revenue Net Income FCF Net Debt
Q4 2025 520.3M 23.1M 62.5M -190.3M
Q2 2025 525.4M 14.2M -12.6M -121.6M
Q4 2024 611.8M 17.1M 24.7M -132.7M
Q2 2024 639.3M 13.5M 12.5M -143.3M
Q4 2023 667.6M 17.0M 37.9M -139.5M
Q2 2023 664.4M 5.1M 17.7M -108.1M

Annual Financial Power

Last 5 Years
Period Revenue Net Income EBITDA FCF
FY 2025 1.0B 37.3M 60.0M 49.9M
FY 2024 1.3B 30.6M 52.6M 37.2M
FY 2023 1.3B 22.1M 50.9M 55.6M
FY 2022 1.4B 25.9M 47.2M 13.6M
FY 2021 1.1B -5.8M 4.6M 27.3M

Structure DNA

Market Structure DNA

Yield Compounder profile with trend runway open

Price is 88.9% through the 52-week range, +1.4% vs 50DMA and +18.7% vs 200DMA. 55.5% of the register is locked by institutions and insiders, leaving 44.5% free float. Capital rhythm reads semi-annual with forward yield near 2.2% and payout around 21.9%.

Trend runway open Institutional gravity Reliable income rhythm As Of 2026-04-19
Yield Compounder
Structure Score
77.5 / 100
Yield Compounder
Trend Stack
+1.4% / +18.7%
vs 50DMA / 200DMA
52W Position
88.9%
auction position inside the yearly range
Ownership Lock
55.5%
54.4% institutions | 117.2% insiders
Pressure Pocket
44.5% free float
Vendor short-float fields were not supplied
Capital Rhythm
Semi-Annual
Yield 2.2% | payout 21.9%
Trend Runway

Implied spot is 191.20 with the stock +1.4% vs 50DMA and +18.7% vs 200DMA. The tape is sitting 88.9% through the 52-week range, which frames the regime as trend runway open.

Ownership Register

Institutions hold about 54.4% and insiders about 117.2%, locking roughly 55.5% of the register and leaving 44.5% in free float. That reads as institutional gravity.

Pressure Pocket

The API did not return a usable short-float field for this ticker, so the pressure score leans more on float lock and crowding than a full short ledger.

Capital Rhythm

Dividend cadence reads semi-annual with 2 event(s) in the last full year, a five-year average of 1.8, and stability score 80.0/100. Forward yield sits near 2.2% while payout is around 21.9%.

Structure Score

One-glance gauge for the current market-structure regime.

Pillar Radar

Trend, ownership, pressure, and capital rhythm mapped on one wheel.

Position And Float Balance

Shows whether the stock is extended, tightly held, or carrying capital-return support.

Dividend Cadence Tape

Historical dividend-event counts help reveal how dependable the income rhythm has been.

Dividend Cadence Ledger

Semi-Annual
Year Dividend Count Context
2026 1 Current partial year
2025 2 Full year
2024 2 Full year
2023 1 Full year
2019 2 Full year
2018 2 Full year
2017 2 Full year
2016 2 Full year

Structure Facts

Live Snapshot
Implied Spot
191.20
derived from market cap / shares
52W High
202.59
upper auction edge
52W Low
99.92
lower auction edge
Beta
0.91
volatility character
Shares Out
268.6M
fully diluted count
Shares Float
233.1M
tradable register
Shares Short
0
borrowed stock
Short Ratio
0.0x
days-to-cover style read
Ex-Dividend
2026-04-16
-3 day(s) to ex-date
Dividend Pay
-
payment date not supplied
Last Split
1:10
2010-05-10

Capital Radar

Capital Regime
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Smart Money Tilt
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Public vs institutions
Target Conviction
—
Broker coverage pulse
Insider Pressure
—
Director + TR1 flow
Last Held Position
-
Public Hands
-
Institutions
13.4278
Institutions As Of
2026-05-13
Avg Broker Target
-
Upside Vs Price
-
Purchase Director Dealing
4
Sale Director Dealing
5
Purchase TR1
26
Sale TR1
31
Broker Coverage Rows
9
Institution Holders Tracked
5
Public Vs Institutional Ownership (3D)
Top Institution Holders (Latest Per Holder)
Director Dealing Sentiment Flow
Broker Target Bias
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Capital Momentum Matrix
Broker Targets Vs Price
Aggregated Institution Weight By Holder

Short Data - Last 30 Days

Nexus Pulse Engine

Overall Buy/Sell/Hold
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Technical Composite
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Financial Composite
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Fundamental Composite
Signal: Pending
Short Pressure
Signal: Pending
Momentum Bias
Signal: Pending

Volatility Lab

ATR(14)
Realized Vol (20d)
Volume Spike Z

AI Charts

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The alert tape opens the door for COST, and AI Charts sits just below.

Start with the headline flow and live catalyst tape first. Then move straight into AI Charts below for price reaction, AI targets, chart structure and catalyst beacons while the news context is still hot.
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Read the alert tape first, then move into AI Charts below. Use AI Expand on any catalyst card to open the AI explanation and results tables instantly.
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Costain Group PLC has fresh news flow live now, so the tape is framing the chart workspace below.
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Swipe the timeframe, call the overlays, and keep the AI signal stack fused into one chart cockpit.
The mobile chart console is now framed as one connected surface so forecasting, structure, catalyst beacons and chart tools all sit inside the price workspace.

Automated signalling scans momentum shifts, crossovers and volatility breaks in real time. Automated AI forecasts map best, average and worst simulation paths forward, predictive MACD extends the momentum story, and catalyst beacons pin market-moving headlines directly onto price action so users can connect news, signals and structure without leaving the chart.

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