Industrials

Companies involved in the manufacture of machinery, hand‑held tools and industrial products. The sector also includes aerospace and defence contractors and firms providing transportation services. UK‑listed companies in this sector include Rolls‑Royce Holdings plc, BAE Systems plc, GKN plc, Smiths Group plc, Weir Group plc and FirstGroup plc.

Gattaca delivers strong H1 2026 with robust profit growth and momentum

Net fee income rose 13% to £21.4m and underlying profit before tax reached £3.0m, reflecting broad-based sector growth, improved efficiency, and successful strategic investments...

March 24, 2026

Ilika targets bioelectronic medicine as next commercial pathway

Ilika is targeting implantable medical technology as a clear next step for commercial adoption of its batteries...

March 23, 2026

Ilika Plc Expanding Commercial Opportunities Following Defence Sector Feedback, Cavendish

The latest research note from Cavendish highlights a promising development for Ilika Plc (LON:IKA), as the company continues to advance its solid-state battery technology into new and potentially lucrative markets...

March 23, 2026

ME Group International reports record 2025 profit driven by laundry growth

ME Group International plc posted £78.2m profit before tax for 2025, up 6.5%, as laundry operations expanded strongly. Revenue rose to £315.4m, with continued investment, increased dividends, and plans to..

March 23, 2026

Smiths Group advances strategy with asset sales and strong H1 performance

Smiths Group reports solid first-half growth and margin improvement, alongside major disposals and a new £1.5bn capital return programme, as it focuses on higher-growth engineering markets...

March 20, 2026

Aqua Optima builds consumer water offering around Lumi dispenser

The Lumi dispenser underpins Aqua Optima’s approach of linking appliances with recurring filter sales...

March 19, 2026

Ilika plc Shares Edge as Battlefield Tests Reveal Goliath Battery Resilience (Video)

Ilika’s Goliath batteries are proving their worth beyond EVs, with live-fire defence tests showcasing exceptional resilience. As geopolitical tensions rise, this unexpected application could open a new commercial pathway while..

March 19, 2026

UK water investment cycle drives near term demand for delivery capacity

A £100bn UK water investment cycle is set to increase demand for civil engineering and labour providers, with execution capacity becoming the key differentiator...

March 18, 2026

Ilika reports positive defence safety test results for solid-state batteries

Ilika says UK defence testing of its Goliath solid-state battery prototypes showed improved safety under extreme conditions, including controlled thermal behaviour compared with conventional lithium-ion cells...

March 18, 2026

Paarden Eiland maintains strong appeal as central industrial node

Norcros plc (LON:NXR) is a leading B2B producer of branded bathroom and kitchen products for its UK, South African and selected export markets. The portfolio is characterised by strong individual..

March 17, 2026

Zotefoams reports record FY2025 profits and margin growth

Zotefoams plc posted record revenue of £158.5m and a 26% rise in adjusted operating profit to £22.8m for FY2025, supported by strong cash generation and strategic investment...

March 17, 2026

Ilika gains strategic manufacturing advantage as new UK battery pilot line opens

New manufacturing infrastructure at the UK Battery Industrialisation Centre strengthens the pathway for Ilika’s solid state battery technology to move from development towards commercial scale production...

March 16, 2026

Ilika’s Graeme Purdy on first commercial Stereax electrode delivery (LON:IKA)

Graeme Purdy explains the significance of delivering commercial-grade electrodes, outlines their function in Stereax batteries, and highlights key applications across implantable and miniature medical technologies...

March 14, 2026

Hercules strengthens industry talent pipeline through college engagement

Hercules PLC engaged with construction students at Cirencester College to discuss career pathways and highlight entry level opportunities within the infrastructure sector...

March 11, 2026

UK car market shows strength as electrification transition continues

UK new car sales recorded their strongest February in more than two decades, reflecting resilient demand and continued progress in the shift towards electrified vehicles...

March 11, 2026

Gattaca plc to announce Interim Results on 24 March 2026

Specialist staffing solutions business Gattaca plc will report its interim results for the six months to 31 January 2026 on Tuesday 24 March 2026...

March 11, 2026

Ilika plc Deliveries Highlight First Commercial Step for Stereax M300 Solid-State Batteries (Video)

Ilika Plc delivers its first commercial-grade Stereax cathodes to Cirtec Medical, advancing production of the Stereax M300 solid-state battery. CEO Graeme Purdy explains the UK manufacturing strategy, growing medical device..

March 11, 2026

Reducing bathroom water use

Simple changes to daily bathroom routines and fixtures can significantly reduce household water use...

March 10, 2026

Grafton Group agrees deal to acquire Cygnum in Ireland

Grafton Group has agreed to acquire Irish offsite timber frame supplier Cygnum Holdings, strengthening Chadwicks Group’s offering and expanding its exposure to Ireland’s growing modular housing market...

March 10, 2026

Spirax Group reports 2025 results with 5% organic revenue growth and margin progress

Spirax Group reported 2025 revenue of £1.7bn, up 5% organically and ahead of global industrial production. Adjusted operating profit rose 6%, while statutory profit declined due to restructuring costs...

March 10, 2026

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Victorian Plumbing Group set for strong growth as scale and efficiency improve, hails fund manager

9 February 2026

Yü Group backed for strong upside as Premier Miton highlights low valuation and market share gains

9 February 2026

Gervais Williams backs Ithaca Energy for sustained returns and exceptional dividend potential (LON:ITH)

9 February 2026

Time Finance CEO highlights strong interim growth and margin improvement

6 February 2026

ACG Metals positioned for strong cash generation and long-term value as copper production ramps up, highlights DIVI fund manager

6 February 2026

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4 August 2026

Real Estate Credit Investments maintains dividend as credit remains resilient

3 August 2026

Real Estate Credit Investments (RECI) FY’26 results: High yield, clear path to dividend cover

13 July 2026

Cavendish plc: Solid performance in still tough markets

30 June 2026

Cavendish plc delivers solid performance in tough markets

24 June 2026

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Ilika confirms AGM date and Annual Report posting

28 August 2026

CyanConnode sets out key dates for Esyasoft acquisition

27 August 2026

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14 August 2026

Quadrise extends Morocco representation agreement

31 July 2026

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Ilika Plc Expanding Commercial Opportunities Following Defence Sector Feedback, Cavendish

23 March 2026

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23 March 2026

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20 March 2026

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20 March 2026

ICG Enterprise Trust Shareholder seminar 2026: resilience and growth

18 March 2026

Funds

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28 August 2026

Emerging Markets Investing: FEML posts 67.6% one-year rise despite July dip

27 August 2026

Fidelity China Special Situations jumps 8.1% in July as catalysts build

27 August 2026

Asia Investment Trust (FAS) is up 5% in July as investors turn to value

27 August 2026

Fidelity European Trust gains 9.7% over 12 months as 3i boosts returns

27 August 2026

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FTSE 100 News

HSBC to sell Singapore life insurance business to Allianz for S$2.7 billion

24 July 2026

Howdens Reports 5.5% rise in underlying profit, reaffirms 2026 outlook

23 July 2026

BT Group maintains FY27 outlook after steady first-quarter results

23 July 2026

3i Group reports strong start to FY2027 as Action maintains growth

23 July 2026

UK Broker Ratings

BARR (A.G.) PLC ORD 4 1/6P (BAG.L) Stock Analysis: Exploring a 28% Upside in the Beverages Sector

25 August 2026

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25 August 2026

Chemring Group PLC (CHG.L) Stock Analysis: Navigating Growth in Aerospace & Defense with 16% Potential Upside

25 August 2026

Goodwin PLC (GDWN.L): Industrial Machinery Innovator with Robust Revenue Growth and High ROE

25 August 2026

3I INFRASTRUCTURE PLC (3IN.L) Stock Report: Navigating Potential with a 5.74% Upside

25 August 2026

Industrials

Gattaca delivers strong H1 2026 with robust profit growth and momentum

Net fee income rose 13% to £21.4m and underlying profit before tax reached £3.0m, reflecting broad-based sector growth, improved efficiency, and successful strategic investments...

March 24, 2026

Ilika targets bioelectronic medicine as next commercial pathway

Ilika is targeting implantable medical technology as a clear next step for commercial adoption of its batteries...

March 23, 2026

Ilika Plc Expanding Commercial Opportunities Following Defence Sector Feedback, Cavendish

March 23, 2026

ME Group International reports record 2025 profit driven by laundry growth

March 23, 2026

Smiths Group advances strategy with asset sales and strong H1 performance

Smiths Group reports solid first-half growth and margin improvement, alongside major disposals and a new £1.5bn capital return programme, as it focuses on higher-growth engineering markets...

March 20, 2026

Aqua Optima builds consumer water offering around Lumi dispenser

The Lumi dispenser underpins Aqua Optima’s approach of linking appliances with recurring filter sales...

March 19, 2026

Ilika plc Shares Edge as Battlefield Tests Reveal Goliath Battery Resilience (Video)

March 19, 2026

UK water investment cycle drives near term demand for delivery capacity

A £100bn UK water investment cycle is set to increase demand for civil engineering and labour providers, with execution capacity becoming the key differentiator...

March 18, 2026

Ilika reports positive defence safety test results for solid-state batteries

March 18, 2026

Paarden Eiland maintains strong appeal as central industrial node

Norcros plc (LON:NXR) is a leading B2B producer of branded bathroom and kitchen products for its UK, South African and selected export markets. The portfolio is characterised by strong individual brands, together providing product breadth and channel diversity from a strong supply chain base...

March 17, 2026

Zotefoams reports record FY2025 profits and margin growth

Zotefoams plc posted record revenue of £158.5m and a 26% rise in adjusted operating profit to £22.8m for FY2025, supported by strong cash generation and strategic investment...

March 17, 2026

Ilika gains strategic manufacturing advantage as new UK battery pilot line opens

March 16, 2026

Ilika’s Graeme Purdy on first commercial Stereax electrode delivery (LON:IKA)

March 14, 2026

Hercules strengthens industry talent pipeline through college engagement

Hercules PLC engaged with construction students at Cirencester College to discuss career pathways and highlight entry level opportunities within the infrastructure sector...

March 11, 2026

UK car market shows strength as electrification transition continues

UK new car sales recorded their strongest February in more than two decades, reflecting resilient demand and continued progress in the shift towards electrified vehicles...