Persimmon announces excellent trading results for first half 2017

August 22, 2017

Persimmon plc today announces half year results for the six months ended 30 June 2017.

Profit before tax increased 30% to £457.4m (2016: £352.3m)

Jeff Fairburn, Group Chief Executive, said: “The successful execution of the Group’s long term strategy continues to support excellent trading results as seen again in the first half of 2017. Our focus on meeting market demand to deliver high quality sustainable growth in each of our 29 regional businesses is delivering excellent outcomes for our customers, our shareholders, and all our stakeholders.”

 “The market remains confident. Customer interest in our developments remains strong with encouraging levels of interest through both our websites and our sales outlets as we trade through the quieter summer weeks. Our private reservation rate over recent weeks is c. 2% ahead year on year. Whilst we remain vigilant to changes in market conditions we also recognise we are in a strong position to take advantage of opportunities that arise. We are looking forward to a good autumn sales season.”

Read the half year results for the six months ended 30 June 2017 announcement in full click here.

Allen Walkey

Highly experienced businessman with a successful career in property sales and investment both in the UK and abroad. Now a freelance writer and blogger for the property and Investment Industry, keeping readers up-to-date with changes and events in a rapidly changing world.

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