**Summary**
Diploma PLC, a FTSE 100 value-add solutions group, reported a strong start to FY26 with a 14% organic revenue growth in Q1 (ended 31 December 2025). The company completed four strategic acquisitions totaling ยฃ75m, expanding its presence in aerospace, aftermarket, OEM, and defense sectors. These acquisitions, along with four others in the previous quarter, contribute to a total of ยฃ130m in deals with an expected annualized operating profit of ยฃ20m. The company maintains its FY26 guidance, with organic revenue growth at 6% and margins at 22.5%, while increasing net acquisition growth to 3%. Diploma PLC continues to demonstrate robust acquisition momentum and a healthy pipeline, reinforcing its track record of sustainable growth through organic expansion and strategic acquisitions.
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| Metric | Q1 2026 | Previous Year (FY25) |
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| Organic Revenue Growth | 14% | Not specified |
| Acquisitions Completed | 4 (c.ยฃ75m) | Not specified |
| Total Acquisitions (Last 2 Quarters) | 8 (c.ยฃ130m) | Not specified |
| Expected Annualised Operating Profit Contribution | c.ยฃ20m | Not specified |
| FY26 Organic Revenue Growth Guidance | 6% | Not specified |
| FY26 Margin Guidance | c.22.5% | Not specified |
| Net Acquisition Growth | 3% | 2% |
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