Seeking Alpha·Oct 29, 2026
WPP plc (WPP) Q3 2026 Sales/Trading Call TranscriptWPP plc (WPP) Q3 2026 Sales/Trading Call Transcript
WPP's investment thesis is currently defined by accelerating operational and financial deterioration. The company faces a potential profitability death spiral, with revenue contracting -3.6% in 2026Q2 and gross margins compressing to 12.6%, which suggests core business erosion is outpacing any cost-control measures.
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q3 2026Latest Aug 6, 2026 | $0.12-85.2% vs $0.81 | $8.6B+37.8% vs $6.2B |
Q1 2026 Feb 26, 2026 | $2.90+6.6% vs $2.72 | $7.0B+3.0% vs $6.8B |
Q3 2025 Aug 7, 2025 | $1.34+17.5% vs $1.14 | $8.9B+33.9% vs $6.7B |
Q1 2025 Feb 27, 2025 | $3.66+1.9% vs $3.59 | $7.4B+0.4% vs $7.4B |
WPP plc (WPP) Q3 2026 Sales/Trading Call Transcript
WPP NYSE: WPP reported improving third-quarter momentum as its media division returned to growth for the first time since 2024, while the advertising group reiterated its full-year guidance and said it remains focused on executing its Elevate28 turnaround plan.
British ad group WPP said its turnaround plan was on track on Thursday, reporting a smaller decline in third-quarter like-for-like revenue and highlighting renewed client partnerships with Coca-Cola
PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CMI Media Group, a WPP company (NYSE: WPP), alongside sister agency Compas, today announced the promotion of Leanne Smith to Chief Data Privacy Officer across both organizations. The dual-agency appointment underscores sustained business growth and a strategic commitment to staying ahead of evolving client needs, emerging technologies, and complex global regulatory frameworks.
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Key metrics vs top competitors for WPP plc (WPP)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $27.26 | $5.88B | -20.41 | -8.08% | -1.59% | -6.61% | 7.81% | |
| $86.37 | $23.7B | 33.69 | 10.09% | 2.85% | 6.42% | 3.11% | |
| $166.82 | $2.65B | 23.90 | 14.34% | 6.1% | 26.67% | — | |
| $79.68 | $1.44B | 14.91 | -7.27% | 5.29% | 9.2% | 0.71% | |
| $8.83 | $171.41M | -3.72 | -8.23% | -12.03% | -38.73% | — | |
| $8.34 | $94.08M | 18.68 | 30.75% | 17.63% | 8.32% | — |
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WPP plc (WPP) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
WPP plc (WPP) reported $13.55B in revenue in fiscal year 2025. That is 215% more than the $4.30B of fiscal year 2004.
WPP plc (WPP) revenue fell by 8.1% in fiscal year 2025, compared with the prior fiscal year.
No. WPP plc (WPP) reported a net loss of $215.0M in fiscal year 2025.
Yes. WPP plc (WPP) pays a dividend that yields 7.81% at the current price, a high yield.
WPP plc (WPP) had a return on equity (ROE) of -6.6% in fiscal year 2025. A negative ROE means the company lost money over the period.
WPP plc (WPP) generated $633.0M in free cash flow in fiscal year 2025.
