Intertek Gp (IKTSY) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

Intertek Group plc is a London‐based multinational company specializing in quality assurance, inspection, product testing and certification services. Operating under the OTCMKTS:IKTSY symbol in the over‐the‐counter markets, Intertek offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to help clients meet regulatory requirements, ensure product safety and maintain quality standards across a wide variety of industries. Its global network includes more than 1,000 laboratories and over 1,000 inspection bodies, enabling it to support manufacturers, retailers, governments and other stakeholders with tailored solutions.

The company’s core activities center on four principal service lines: testing, inspection, certification and consulting. Through rigorous laboratory and field testing, Intertek assesses the performance, composition and safety of products ranging from textiles and electronics to food and pharmaceuticals. Inspection services cover factory audits, supply chain verification and risk management, while certification programs demonstrate compliance with international standards such as ISO, CE and various industry‐specific regulations. Additionally, the firm provides advisory and training services aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, sustainability practices and regulatory readiness.

Intertek’s origins trace back to 1888, when it was founded in London as the Wool Assurance Association. Over more than a century of expansion, the company has built a presence in key markets across the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Africa. This geographic breadth allows Intertek to navigate local regulations and cultural nuances while offering a consistent level of service to multinational clients. Strategic acquisitions and partnerships have further strengthened its capabilities in high‐growth sectors such as renewable energy, life sciences and advanced materials.

Under the leadership of Chief Executive Officer André Lacroix, who joined the company’s board in the early 2010s and took on the CEO role in 2015, Intertek has emphasized digital innovation, data analytics and sustainability solutions. The executive team continues to advance the company’s vision of driving quality and safety through cutting‐edge technologies, including remote inspection platforms, IoT‐enabled monitoring and cloud‐based compliance tools, positioning Intertek to meet evolving client needs in an increasingly regulated global marketplace.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $65.63 to $67.53
• 50-Day Range: $62.50 to $67.60
• 52-Week Range: $51.96 to $69.97
• Volume: 1,042 shs
• Average Volume: 5,439 shs
• Market Capitalization: $10.63 billion
• P/E Ratio: N/A
• Dividend Yield: 3.88%
• Price Target: N/A
• Consensus Rating: Buy

Intertek Gp Stock Analysis - MarketRank™

Intertek Gp scored higher than 23% of companies evaluated by MarketBeat. Scores are calculated by averaging available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

Analyst's Opinion

• Score: N/A
• Analyst Rating: N/A

Consensus Rating

There is not enough analysis data for Intertek Gp.

Earnings and Valuation

• Score: 1.3 / 5
• Proj. Earnings Growth: 9.09%

Earnings Growth

Earnings for Intertek Gp are expected to grow by 9.09% in the coming year, from $2.97 to $3.24 per share.

Price to Book Value per Share Ratio

Intertek Gp has a P/B Ratio of 5.90. P/B Ratios above 3 indicate that a company could be overvalued with respect to its assets and liabilities.

Short Interest

• Score: 5.0 / 5
• Short Interest Level: Healthy

Percentage of Shares Shorted

0.01% of the float of Intertek Gp has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Intertek Gp has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 2.3, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Intertek Gp has recently decreased by 57.55%, indicating that investor sentiment is improving significantly.

Dividend

• Score: 1.7 / 5
• Dividend Strength: Weak

Dividend Leadership

Intertek Gp is a leading dividend payer. It pays a dividend yield of 3.91%, putting its dividend yield in the top 25% of dividend-paying stocks.

Dividend Growth

Intertek Gp does not have a long track record of dividend growth.

Dividend Sustainability

Based on EPS estimates, Intertek Gp will have a dividend payout ratio of 80.86% in the coming year. This indicates that Intertek Gp may not be able to sustain their current dividend.

Sustainability and ESG

• Score: N/A
• Environmental Score: N/A

Percentage of Shares Shorted

0.01% of the float of Intertek Gp has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Intertek Gp has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 2.3, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Intertek Gp has recently decreased by 57.55%, indicating that investor sentiment is improving significantly.

News and Social Media

• Score: 0.0 / 5
• News Sentiment: 0.00

News Coverage This Week

MarketBeat has tracked 2 news articles for Intertek Gp this week, compared to 1 article on an average week.

Company Ownership

• Score: 0.0 / 5
• Insider Trading: N/A

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling

In the past three months, Intertek Gp insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.

Percentage Held by Insiders

Only 0.31% of the stock of Intertek Gp is held by insiders.

IKTSY Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have IKTSY shares performed this year?

Intertek Gp's stock was trading at $59.59 at the beginning of 2025. Since then, IKTSY shares have increased by 13.3% and is now trading at $67.53.

How do I buy shares of Intertek Gp?

Shares of IKTSY stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.

Company Calendar

• Ex-Dividend for 7/7 Dividend: 5/30/2025
• Record date for 7/7 Dividend: 6/02/2025
• Dividend Payable: 7/07/2025
• Today: 7/13/2025
• Next Earnings (Estimated): 8/01/2025
• Fiscal Year End: 12/31/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: OTCMKTS
• Sector: Business Services
• Industry: BUSINESS INFO SVC
• Sub-Industry: N/A
• Current Symbol: OTCMKTS:IKTSY
• CIK: 1444714
• Web: www.intertek.com
• Phone: 442073963400
• Fax: 44-0-20-7396-3480
• Employees: 45,000
• Year Founded: N/A

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): N/A
• Trailing P/E Ratio: N/A
• Forward P/E Ratio: N/A
• P/E Growth: N/A
• Net Income: N/A
• Net Margins: N/A
• Pretax Margin: N/A
• Return on Equity: N/A
• Return on Assets: N/A

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: 0.51
• Current Ratio: 1.10
• Quick Ratio: 1.09

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: $4.34 billion
• Price / Sales: 2.45
• Cash Flow: $4.69 per share
• Price / Cash Flow: 14.41
• Book Value: $11.44 per share
• Price / Book: 5.90

Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: 157,426,000
• Free Float: 156,938,000
• Market Cap: $10.63 billion
• Optionable: Not Optionable
• Beta: 0.80