Kier Group posted a 15% profit rise, record order book, and boosted dividends ahead of CEO transition.

Kier Group reported stronger financial results for the year ending June 30, 2025, with a 15% rise in pre-tax profit to £78.1 million and a 3% increase in revenue to £4.087 billion. The company's order book reached a record £11 billion, securing 91% of expected 2026 revenue and 70% of 2027 revenue. Net cash improved to £204.1 million, and the company initiated a £20 million share buyback, 30% complete by year-end. A 38% dividend increase to 7.2p per share was announced. CEO Andrew Davies is retiring after six years, succeeded by Stuart Togwell. Infrastructure remains the largest revenue source, contributing £2.14 billion.