Inchcape increases its 2017 interim dividend by 12.9%

DividendMax Ltd.

Inchcape increases its 2017 interim dividend by 12.9%

Track record of growth continues, operating profit +23% at actual currency and EPS +24%

 Strong free cash flow generation, supporting our ability to drive shareholder returns, dividend per share +13%

 Strong underlying performance in Emerging Markets continues, with return to profit growth in Asia

 Ignite strategy driving good Group Aftersales growth and Used Car strength in UK

 Integration of the South American acquisition progressing well, in-line with our expectations

 Further deal momentum with Distribution additions for BMW in Estonia and PSA (Peugeot & Citroen) in Australia

 Given recent M&A success and pipeline no further buyback at this time. Board will continue to monitor balance sheet

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