Rentokil Initial PLC
LSE:RTO

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Rentokil Initial PLC
LSE:RTO
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Price: 496.6 GBX 0.59% Market Closed
Market Cap: £12.5B

P/E

26.7
Current
2%
More Expensive
vs 3-y average of 26.2

Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio shows how much investors pay for each dollar of a company`s earnings. It`s calculated by dividing the company`s market value by its total earnings.

P/E
26.7
=
Market Cap
GBX12.3B
/
Net Income
£470m

Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio shows how much investors pay for each dollar of a company`s earnings. It`s calculated by dividing the company`s market value by its total earnings.

P/E
26.7
=
Market Cap
GBX12.3B
/
Net Income
£470m

Valuation Scenarios

Rentokil Initial PLC is trading above its 3-year average

If P/E returns to its 3-Year Average (26.2), the stock would be worth GBX486.69 (2% downside from current price).

Statistics
Positive Scenarios
1/4
Maximum Downside
-99%
Maximum Upside
+29%
Average Downside
43%
Scenario P/E Value Implied Price Upside/Downside
Current Multiple 26.7 GBX496.6
0%
3-Year Average 26.2 GBX486.69
-2%
5-Year Average 34.4 GBX640.85
+29%
Industry Average 0.4 GBX6.53
-99%
Country Average 0.2 GBX3.87
-99%

Forward P/E
Today’s price vs future net income

Today's Market Cap Net Income Forward P/E
GBX12.3B
/
Jan 2026
£470m
=
26.7
Current
GBX12.3B
/
Dec 2026
£806.5m
=
15.3
Forward
GBX12.3B
/
Dec 2027
£901.8m
=
13.7
Forward
GBX12.3B
/
Dec 2028
£963.7m
=
12.8
Forward

Forward P/E shows whether today’s P/E still looks high or low once future net income are taken into account.

Market Distribution

Higher than 97% of companies in United Kingdom
Percentile
97th
Based on 2 117 companies
97th percentile
26.7
Low
0 — 0.1
Typical Range
0.1 — 0.3
High
0.3 —
Distribution Statistics
United Kingdom
Min 0
30th Percentile 0.1
Median 0.2
70th Percentile 0.3
Max 828.3

Rentokil Initial PLC
Glance View

Rentokil Initial PLC has woven itself into the fabric of global business services with a legacy that stretches back to 1925. Emerging from its humble beginnings focused on pest control, the company has rooted its operations in hygiene, protection, and well-being. As the world evolved, so did Rentokil, fortifying its position across the globe by acquiring local businesses that allowed it to blend local expertise with its overarching proficiency. This strategy has effectively cast a wide net across various sectors including pest control, hygiene solutions, and workwear services, proving its resilience and adaptability in a competitive industry. By leveraging its diverse portfolio, the company not only addresses the broad and varying needs of businesses but ensures a steady stream of revenue through service contracts and repeat business, driven by necessity and compliance. Through meticulous service delivery backed by technological advancements, Rentokil Initial crafts its revenue streams. Pest control, which remains a core service, taps into a universal need for safe, pest-free environments in both residential and commercial spaces. Hygiene solutions have become more critical, especially in a post-pandemic world where cleanliness and health precautions drive demand. Here, Rentokil Initial's offering spans washroom services, air purification, and consumable supplies, meeting regulatory standards and client expectations alike. Meanwhile, the lesser-known workwear segment contributes by providing rental and laundering services, aligning with the growing trend of uniformed professionalism across industries. Each service compartment ensures a stable financial inflow as businesses worldwide continue to prioritize the safety, health, and image of their establishments.

RTO Intrinsic Value
330.26 GBX
Overvaluation 33%
Intrinsic Value
Price GBX496.6
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