Gattaca Plc (LON:GATC) has delivered an 85% surge in underlying profit before tax to £6.1 million, with net fee income rising 11% to £43.2 million and its full-year dividend doubling to 6p per share. CEO Matthew Wragg joins Giles to explain how 16% growth in contract recruitment, rising demand across defence and digital technology, and a 20% improvement in sales productivity are driving the turnaround. With over £15 million in cash, the successful integration of InfoSec People and further acquisition opportunities under consideration, Matthew explains why he believes Gattaca can capture more market share in FY27 despite challenging recruitment conditions.
Key Moments
- 00:00 Introduction to Matthew Wragg and FY26 results
- 00:20 Profits jump 85% as NFI hits £43.2m
- 00:40 Contract growth, cash strength and doubled dividend
- 01:03 Staff engagement and InfoSec People acquisition
- 01:45 The decisions powering Gattaca’s turnaround
- 02:03 Contractor numbers rise over 10%
- 02:17 Sales productivity surges 20%
- 02:52 Defence grows 17% despite tough markets
- 03:11 Digital technology delivers double-digit growth
- 03:23 Infrastructure, energy and cyber security progress
- 03:49 Statement of Work faces challenges
- 04:16 Four strategic priorities driving growth
- 04:49 Matchtech brand consolidation
- 05:24 Culture and staff engagement strengthen
- 06:00 Operational efficiency boosts profit conversion
- 06:38 FY27 outlook and investment case
- 07:33 78% contract visibility supports planning
- 07:52 Further growth and bolt-on acquisitions
- 08:17 Market share opportunity amid industry weakness
ABOUT GATTACA PLC
Gattaca plc is a UK-listed specialist staffing and workforce solutions business focused on engineering, technology and professional skills. Operating through brands including Matchtech and InfoSec People, the Group provides contract and permanent recruitment, workforce solutions and project delivery services across infrastructure, defence, energy, manufacturing, digital technology and cyber security. Its specialist expertise helps organisations secure the talent needed to deliver major programmes and technically demanding projects.
