The earnings per share calculation uses the weighted average number of shares in issue during the period. During the six-month period ending 30 June 2025 the company repurchased 4,531,689 shares.
6 months ended 30 June 2025 | 6 months ended 30 June 2024 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Basic and diluted earnings per share | £0.43 | £0.26 | |
Profit for the period (’000) | £74,479 | £45,939 | |
Weighted average number of shares in issue (’000) | 175,005 | 176,418 |
The Company’s diluted earnings per share equals the basic earnings per share.