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Investing.com -- Diploma Plc (LON:DPLM) raised its full-year 2025 organic growth guidance to 10% from a previous forecast of 8% after reporting stronger-than-expected third-quarter performance, with growth driven by continued strength in the U.S. market and a faster recovery in its Seals segment, sending shares up over 6%.
The company said year-to-date organic growth stands at 10%, accelerating from 9% in the first half of the year. In the third quarter alone, organic growth reached approximately 12%, according to a report from Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS), citing improved momentum at Peerless and a stronger performance in the Seals business, particularly in the United States.
Adjusted operating margin guidance for the full year remains unchanged at approximately 22%, in line with management’s prior expectations. This compares with an adjusted operating margin of 20.9% reported for fiscal year 2024.
Diploma reported a 12% increase in revenue for the year to date. Acquisitions contributed approximately 4%, partially offset by an estimated 2% to 3% foreign exchange headwind, according to both Stifel and Morgan Stanley reports dated July 17.
During the quarter, the company invested about £39 million in two acquisitions: a Seals business in Denmark and a Life Sciences business in the United Kingdom (TADAWUL:4280). The acquisitions announced to date are expected to add 2% to 3% to reported revenue in fiscal 2025.
Geographically, the company’s strongest performance continues to come from the United States, while markets in Europe are showing signs of recovery. The United Kingdom remains slower following the recent general election, Morgan Stanley said.