LSE:CPG 25 November 2025 - 14 January 2026

Compass Group shares closed at 2,338p in London on December 3, near the bottom of their 52-week range and down about 15% over the past year, despite strong FY25 results. The company reported $46.1 billion in revenue, up 9.7%, and a proposed dividend up 10.2%. US ADR trading volume jumped 160% as the price slipped to $31. North America remains the main growth driver.

Compass Group reported full-year 2025 revenue of $46.1 billion and underlying operating profit of $3.34 billion, beating analyst forecasts. Shares traded near 2,350–2,400p in London as of December 1, down over 10% year-to-date and underperforming the FTSE 100 by about 30%. The company agreed to acquire Vermaat Groep B.V. for €1.5 billion to expand in Europe. Analyst sentiment has turned more positive despite the lagging share price.

Compass Group shares closed at 2,383p in London on 27 November 2025, up 0.5%, after Citigroup upgraded the stock to “buy” with a 3,000p target. Board member Leanne Wood disclosed a purchase of 444 shares at 2,392p. The stock remains about 11% down year-to-date after a sharp pull-back earlier in the week.