Shares in Galliford Try reached a new all-time high following the construction group’s announcement of continued growth in both revenue and profit for the sixth consecutive year. The FTSE 250 company reported a 3 percent increase in overall revenue to £1.93 billion for the 12 months ending June 30, 2026, up from £1.88 billion in the previous fiscal year. Pre-tax profit rose by 25 percent to £55 million, compared with £44.1 million in 2024-25.

The company’s highways division was a significant driver of this performance, completing several major infrastructure projects including the £108 million Southern Link Road in Carlisle and the £104.7 million bypass near Melton Mowbray known as Pork Pie Way. These accomplishments helped offset a more subdued year for its water and building sectors, the latter of which was affected by delays attributed to political uncertainty.

Reflecting improved profitability, Galliford Try announced a 26 percent increase in its final dividend, which will be paid on December 4, rising to 17 pence per share. The company also revealed plans for a £15 million share buyback program.

Industry analyst Andrew Nussey of Peel Hunt highlighted the company’s strong bidding frameworks and disciplined commercial management as factors behind its performance. The group’s operating profit margin improved to 3.5 percent in the latest financial year, up from 3 percent in 2024-25, positioning Galliford Try on track to reach its target margin of 4 percent by 2030.

Shares in Galliford Try, which had already gained 20 percent year-to-date in 2026, experienced a further rise of 37 pence, or 6.1 percent, closing at 649 pence. This increase brought the company’s market capitalization to approximately £655 million.