Bureau Veritas: Industry-Leading Organic Revenue Growth of 6.5% in FY 2025

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Strong margin improvement to 16.3% in FY 2025
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Positive growth outlook with continued margin growth through 2026
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New share purchase of EUR 200 million
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COURBEVOIE, France – Bureau Veritas (BOURSE:BVI):
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025 important figures
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Full-year revenue of EUR 6,466.4 million, up 6.5% organically (with organic growth of 6.3% in Q4). In variable currencies, growth was up 7.3% year-on-year and up 3.6% on a reported basis,
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› Adjusted operating profit of EUR 1,052.9 million, up 5.7% compared to EUR 996.2 million in FY 2024, representing an adjusted operating margin of 16.3%, 32 points year-on-year up 51 points at constant currency,
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› Operating profit of EUR 992.4 million, up 6.3% compared to EUR 933.4 million in FY 2024,
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› Adjusted net profit of EUR 631.4 million, up 1.7% compared to EUR 620.7 million in FY 2024,
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› Adjusted EPS stands at EUR 1.42 in 2025, an increase of 2.8% compared to FY 2024 (EUR 1.38 per share) and up 9.2% in constant currency,
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› Gross profit of EUR 588.0 million, up 3.3% compared to EUR 569.4 million in FY 2024,
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Free Cash Flow of EUR 824.2 million, up 3.9% organically and up 2.6% constant currency, and currency conversion 107%2,
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› Adjusted total debt/EBITDA ratio of 1.1x as of December 31, 2025, up slightly from last year,
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> The share of the EUR budget is 0.92 Euro3up 2.2% year-on-year, paid in full in cash.
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2025 best pictures
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› 2025 financial targets for profit, margin and revenue reached or exceeded,
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› Strong drivers of organic portfolio growth from high energy investments, from the ongoing construction of digital infrastructure and from customer demand for corporate and business risk assessment solutions,
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› The implementation of the LEAP I 28 strategy which continues in its second year which brings a tangible impact on operational excellence and increased performance,
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› Implementation of a new organization to accelerate the implementation of strategies,
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› Portfolio refocusing continues with nine bolt-on acquisitions, and two divestitures in non-core areas closed. This acquisition added EUR 96 million to the annual income and supports the LEAP I 28 portfolio priorities: i) Strengthening leadership positions in Buildings and Infrastructure; ii) Creating new strong areas in Energy and Resources and Renewables, Cybersecurity, and Sustainability and iii) Improving value and impact in mature businesses; In Consumer Product Services and in Metals and Minerals. Year to date, three more deals have closed, impacting c. EUR 5 million in annual revenue,
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› Double-digit shareholder returns based on EPS growth of c. 9% on fixed income, dividend yield of c. 3% and developed a share buyback plan of EUR 200 million (representing approximately 1.5% of outstanding shares).
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2026 view
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Bureau Veritas begins the third year of the LEAP I 28 strategy with sound market fundamentals. Building on the strong performance of 2025, the Group aims to deliver full-year results for 2026 that are in line with the financial ambitions outlined in its plan:
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› Single-digit to high revenue growth,
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› Improvement of operating margin adjusted for constant exchange rates,
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› Strong cash flow.
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Hinda Gharbi, Chief Executive Officer, commented:
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“2025 was a year of strong progress for Bureau Veritas, with industry leading organic growth, strong margin expansion, and the disciplined implementation of our LEAP | 28 strategy. I want to thank all our partners worldwide for their strong commitment and personal contribution.
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This past year, the second in our strategic plan, we have delivered results that are fully in line with our desire to accelerate growth and improve profitability, supported by a strengthened portfolio and the tangible impact of our operations.
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We also achieved double-digit shareholder returns in constant currency, reflecting both the quality of our portfolio and the success of our strategy. With our new organizational structure now nearing completion, we are better equipped to scale our product line services within our regional platforms, drive sales, and elevate our customer service and loyalty.
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As we enter 2026, we remain focused on executing our growth and scale development plans, confident in the resilience of our evolving portfolio and our ability to generate high, sustainable value over the medium to long term. We continue to improve shareholder returns and will launch a new EUR 200 million share buyback program, without disrupting our M&A plans.”
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2025 KEY FIGURES
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On February 24, 2026, the Board of Directors of Bureau Veritas approved the financial statements for the full year 2025. The main financial items included are:
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IN MILLION EUR |
2025 |
2024 |
CHANGE |
CONTINUOUS MONEY |
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Net worth |
6,466.4 |
6,240.9 |
+3.6% |
+7.3% |
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Adjusted operating profit(a) |
1,052.9 |
996.2 |
+5.7% |
+10.8% |
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Adjusted operating margin(a) |
16.3% |
16.0% |
+32 bps |
+51 bps |
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Operating profit |
992.4 |
933.4 |
+6.3% |
+11.2% |
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Adjusted net profit(a) |
631.4 |
620.7 |
+1.7% |
+8.1% |
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Earnings available |
588.0 |
569.4 |
+3.3% |
+9.3% |
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Adjusted EPS(a) |
1.42 |
1.38 |
+2.8% |
+9.2% |
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EPS |
1.32 |
1.27 |
+4.3% |
+10.4% |
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Revenue performance |
1,006.7 |
1,004.8 |
+0.2% |
+4.6% |
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Free cash flow(a) |
824.2 |
843.3 |
(2.3)% |
+2.6% |
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Fixed financial debt(a) |
1,253.3 |
1,226.3 |
+2.2% |
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(a) Other performance indicators are presented, explained, and integrated with IFRS in appendices 6 and 8 of this press release. |
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2025 POINTS
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The 2025 financial target has been met beyond expectations
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› Mid to high single digit revenue growth for the full year The group’s revenue in 2025 increased by 6.5% with respect to 2024, including 6.3% in the fourth quarter, benefiting from strong market trends in all businesses and areas.



