LONDON (dpa-AFX) - Persimmon (PSN.L) reported first half profit before tax of 168.0 million pounds compared to 146.7 million pounds, prior year, up 15%. Earnings per share increased to 36.9 pence from 30.9 pence. Underlying operating profit increased 10% on the prior year to 189.1 million pounds. Underlying diluted earnings per share was 37.5 pence compared to 36.5 pence.
In the first half of 2026, total Group revenue was 1.73 billion pounds compared to 1.50 billion pounds, prior year. New housing revenue was 1.48 billion pounds compared to 1.31 billion pounds. The Group delivered 5,189 new homes compared to 4,605.
Persimmon shares are trading at 1,167.00 pence on LSE, up 3.92%.
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