Rolls-Royce Holdings Plc announce an interim dividend of 6.0 pence per share. The interim dividend will be paid on 18 September 2026 to shareholders on the register on 7 August 2026. The election deadline for ordinary shareholders wishing to participate in the Dividend Reinvestment Programme (DRIP) is 28 August 2026, further details can be obtained from the Company's Registrar, Equiniti Limited.
Other financial highlights include:
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Strong first half performance driven by continued execution of their transformation programme
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Underlying operating profit rose by 46% to £2.5bn; underlying operating margin of 22.5% with higher profitability in all divisions reflecting the impact of their strategic initiatives and operational improvements
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Free cash flow of £2.0bn driven by higher underlying operating profit and with increased investments to support profitable growth to the mid-term and beyond
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Full year 2026 guidance raised; they now expect £4.7bn-£4.9bn underlying operating profit and £3.8bn-£4.0bn free cash flow
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Further confidence in mid-term guidance, supported by operational and financial progress to date
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Resilient and diversified portfolio with three high-performing and growing businesses, net cash of £2.1bn and a best-in-class TCC/GM ratio of 0.27x
