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UK's Drax flags 2025 core profit at top end of consensus

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Posted on May 1, 2025

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(Reuters) -British power company Drax Group on Thursday said it expects its annual adjusted core profit to be at the top end of analyst consensus estimates, helped by sturdy pellet production and

Drax Group Projects 2025 Profit at Upper Forecast Limit

(Reuters) -British power company Drax Group on Thursday said it expects its annual adjusted core profit to be at the top end of analyst consensus estimates, helped by sturdy pellet production and biomass generation.

Drax said its pellet production business is performing effectively, with output ahead of last year, with operations at Drax Power Station, the UK’s largest single source of 24/7 renewable power, also progressing well.

"We are working to create value and growth in the short, medium and long-term, aligned to the UK's energy needs," CEO Will Gardiner said in a statement.

Drax, which generates around 6% of Britain's electricity, said it continues to aim to generate recurring adjusted EBITDA of around 600 million pounds ($797.6 million) to 700 million pounds beyond 2027.

Analysts' consensus for 2025 adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization was 874 million pounds, with a range of 848 million pounds to 896 million pounds, according to a company-compiled poll.

($1 = 0.7523 pounds)

(Reporting by DhanushVignesh Babu in Bengaluru; Editing by Mrigank Dhaniwala)

Key Takeaways

  • Drax Group expects 2025 profit at top of analyst estimates.
  • Strong pellet production boosts Drax's performance.
  • Drax Power Station operations are progressing well.
  • Drax aims for recurring EBITDA of £600-700 million beyond 2027.
  • Analysts forecast 2025 EBITDA between £848-896 million.

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What is the main topic?
The article discusses Drax Group's forecast for its 2025 core profit, expecting it to be at the top end of analyst estimates.
How is Drax performing?
Drax's pellet production and biomass generation are performing well, contributing to its positive profit forecast.
What are Drax's future financial goals?
Drax aims to achieve recurring adjusted EBITDA of £600-700 million beyond 2027.

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