- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Specialty Business Services
- IPO Date
- Jul 13, 2007
Highlights
- Market Cap
- $14.46B
- Enterprise Value
- $19.76B
- EPS (TTM)
- £1.39
- PE Ratio
- 15.53
- PEG Ratio
- 8.42
- Total Revenue (TTM)
- £11.42B
- Gross Profit (TTM)
- £1.54B
- EBITDA (TTM)
- £2.16B
- Year Range
- $22.72 - $34.67
- Target Price
- $29.00
- ROA (TTM)
- 6.57%
- ROE (TTM)
- 17.25%
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Performance
RTO Performance Chart
Rentokil Initial PLC (RTO) is down 2.1% since the beginning of the year. At $29 per share, RTO is trading 17.8% below its 52-week high of $35. Investors who bought $1,000 worth of RTO shares 5 years ago would now be looking at an investment worth $885.
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Returns By Period
Rentokil Initial PLC (RTO) has returned -2.07% so far this year and 25.19% over the past 12 months. Over the last ten years, RTO has returned 9.98% per year, falling short of the S&P 500 Index benchmark, which averaged 13.88% annually.
Rentokil Initial PLC
- 1D
- 0.07%
- 1M
- -9.06%
- YTD
- -2.07%
- 6M
- -4.28%
- 1Y
- 25.19%
- 3Y*
- -8.23%
- 5Y*
- -2.42%
- 10Y*
- 9.98%
Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)
- 1D
- -0.37%
- 1M
- -0.01%
- YTD
- 9.16%
- 6M
- 8.64%
- 1Y
- 25.22%
- 3Y*
- 19.78%
- 5Y*
- 11.99%
- 10Y*
- 13.88%
RTO Monthly Returns History
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Jul 13, 2007, RTO's average daily return is +0.05%, while the average monthly return is +0.86%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 6.7 years.
Historically, 58% of months were positive and 42% were negative. The best month was Apr 2009 with a return of +51.1%, while the worst month was Oct 2008 at -39.3%. The longest winning streak lasted 11 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 4 months.
On a daily basis, RTO closed higher 42% of trading days. The best single day was Oct 13, 2008 with a return of +23.4%, while the worst single day was Jul 25, 2008 at -29.2%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6.96% | -0.73% | 0.64% | 8.92% | -11.10% | -5.35% | -2.07% | ||||||
| 2025 | -1.07% | 0.64% | -9.16% | 1.88% | 3.62% | 0.97% | 3.21% | 0.77% | 2.27% | 10.18% | -0.61% | 6.55% | 19.64% |
| 2024 | -8.95% | 9.64% | 5.57% | -13.96% | 5.31% | 9.90% | 4.55% | 4.68% | -22.65% | 1.68% | 0.75% | -0.86% | -9.78% |
| 2023 | -1.27% | 0.72% | 19.16% | 9.51% | 0.23% | -1.81% | 4.59% | -6.56% | -2.37% | -30.93% | 6.88% | 4.61% | -5.92% |
| 2022 | -11.31% | -3.29% | -0.49% | 2.02% | -8.48% | -8.23% | 12.92% | -7.71% | -12.91% | 17.60% | 6.82% | -6.78% | -22.27% |
| 2021 | -2.19% | -3.60% | 1.88% | 3.15% | -1.52% | 2.02% | 14.50% | 1.88% | -1.66% | 2.15% | 1.47% | -3.40% | 14.36% |
Benchmark Metrics
Rentokil Initial PLC has an annualized alpha of 4.37%, beta of 0.72, and R2 of 0.14 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since July 13, 2007.
- This stock participated in 129.07% of S&P 500 Index downside but only 115.55% of its upside - more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
- R2 of 0.14 means this stock moves largely independently of S&P 500 Index - capture ratios reflect limited market correlation rather than active downside protection. Consider using a more representative benchmark.
- Alpha
- 4.37%
- Beta
- 0.72
- R²
- 0.14
- Upside Capture
- 115.55%
- Downside Capture
- 129.07%
Return for Risk
Risk / Return Rank
RTO ranks 68 for risk / return — better than 68% of stocks on our site. You're getting solid returns for the risk taken. A good sign, especially for investors who want growth without excessive volatility.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for Rentokil Initial PLC (RTO) and compare them to S&P 500 Index.
Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.
| RTO | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | -1.21 | ||
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | -1.29 | ||
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.17 | 1.37 | -0.20 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.45 | 2.78 | -1.34 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 4.14 | 12.44 | -8.30 |
Dividends
Dividend History
Rentokil Initial PLC provided a 2.41% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $0.69 per share. The company has been increasing its dividends for 3 consecutive years.
| Period | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend | $0.69 | $0.66 | $0.58 | $0.49 | $0.42 | $0.52 | $0.00 | $0.27 | $0.25 | $0.37 | $0.41 | $0.18 |
Dividend yield | 2.41% | 2.23% | 2.28% | 1.73% | 1.38% | 1.30% | 0.00% | 0.87% | 1.14% | 1.69% | 2.99% | 1.54% |
Monthly Dividends
The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for Rentokil Initial PLC. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.41 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.41 | ||||||
| 2025 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.38 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.27 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.66 |
| 2024 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.37 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.20 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.58 |
| 2023 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.32 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.18 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.49 |
| 2022 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.28 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.14 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.42 |
| 2021 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.38 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.15 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.52 |
Dividend Yield & Payout
Dividend Yield
Rentokil Initial PLC has a dividend yield of 2.41%, which is quite average when compared to the overall market.
Payout Ratio
Rentokil Initial PLC has a payout ratio of 71.58%, which is quite average when compared to the overall market. This suggests that Rentokil Initial PLC strikes a balance between reinvesting profits for growth and paying dividends to shareholders.
Drawdowns
Drawdowns Chart
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.
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Worst Drawdowns
The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the Rentokil Initial PLC. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.
The maximum drawdown for the Rentokil Initial PLC was 86.53%, occurring on Dec 4, 2008. Recovery took 2059 trading sessions.
The current Rentokil Initial PLC drawdown is 28.06%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Financial crisis2007–2009 | -86.53%Dec 2008 | 1y 1mo | 8y 2mo | 9y 3moNov 2007 - Feb 2017 |
2025 selloff2025 | -50.94%Apr 2025 | 3y 4mo | — | 4y 7moNov 2021 - now |
COVID crash2020 | -42.03%Mar 2020 | 20d | 3mo 21d | 4mo 11dMar 2020 - Jul 2020 |
Rate-hike selloffLate 2018 | -23.45%Oct 2018 | 4mo 19d | 5mo 12d | 10mo 1dJun 2018 - Apr 2019 |
2018 correction2018 | -19.60%Mar 2018 | 4mo | 2mo 21d | 6mo 21dNov 2017 - May 2018 |
Drawdown Indicators
| RTO | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -86.53% | -56.78% | -29.75% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -17.50% | -9.10% | -8.40% |
Max Drawdown (3Y)Largest decline over 3 years | -49.81% | -18.90% | -30.91% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -50.94% | -25.43% | -25.51% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -50.94% | -33.92% | -17.02% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -28.06% | -1.80% | -26.26% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -30.51% | -10.71% | -19.80% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 6.10% | 2.03% | +4.07% |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.
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Financials
Financial Performance
The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of Rentokil Initial PLC over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.
Valuation
The Valuation section provides an overview of how Rentokil Initial PLC is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Specialty Business Services industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.
PE Ratio
The chart displays the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio for RTO, comparing it with other companies in the Specialty Business Services industry. Currently, RTO has a P/E ratio of 15.5. This P/E ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock may be fairly valued relative to its earnings.
PEG Ratio
The chart shows the Price/Earnings to Growth (PEG) ratio for RTO compared to other companies in the Specialty Business Services industry. RTO currently has a PEG ratio of 8.4. This PEG ratio is higher than the industry average, which may suggest the stock is overvalued relative to its expected earnings growth.
PS Ratio
This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for RTO relative to other companies in the Specialty Business Services industry. Currently, RTO has a P/S ratio of 1.0. This P/S ratio falls within the average range for the industry, suggesting the stock is fairly valued based on its revenue.
PB Ratio
The chart illustrates the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio for RTO in comparison with other companies in the Specialty Business Services industry. Currently, RTO has a P/B value of 2.7. This P/B ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock is valued fairly in relation to its book value.
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