Informa PLC has reported a robust first half for 2025, underlining the continuing strength of the global exhibition and events industry. The company posted more than 20% reported revenue growth to £2.04bn, with underlying revenues up 7.8%. Adjusted operating profit rose 24% to £578.9m, driven largely by buoyant Live B2B Events and strong performance in its academic publishing arm, Taylor & Francis
Live B2B Events, which include Informa Markets, Informa Connect and Informa Festivals – delivered 8.5% underlying revenue growth, buoyed by demand for market-leading shows in healthcare, construction, private capital and marketing. The portfolio’s breadth across 30+ specialist markets and both mature and high-growth geographies, such as India, Saudi Arabia and the UAE, provided resilience against variable local market conditions. Forward bookings remain strong, with most 2025 events revenue already committed and healthy rebookings into 2026
Taylor & Francis achieved 11.9% underlying growth, supported by strong subscription renewals, expanding open research output and further data licensing deals. Informa TechTarget, formed in late 2024, faced a softer technology marketing climate, recording a 4.3% underlying revenue decline, but is targeting flat full-year revenues through integration and commercial refocus
The company upgraded its 2025 guidance, now expecting underlying revenue growth of around 6%, with Live B2B Events forecast to exceed 8% growth. Operating margins improved to 28.4%, and Informa committed an additional £150m to share buybacks, bringing the 2025 total to £350m.
CEO Stephen A. Carter credited world-class brands, international reach, first-party data and specialist expertise for the performance. “Demand for category-leading live events that deliver unique experiences and access to global supply chains remains strong,” he said.
The results reinforce the wider exhibition industry’s recovery trajectory, highlighting the enduring value of face-to-face marketplaces and their role in connecting industries, driving commerce and supporting global trade
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