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February 26, 2026

Rolls-Royce raises outlook, plans up to $12 billion share buyback as engine demand boosts growth

Rolls-Royce sees profits of over £4 billion this year as the engine and power systems maker promises another year of robust growth.

Rolls-Royce raises outlook, plans up to $12 billion share buyback as engine demand boosts growth

TL;DR

  • Rolls-Royce expects profits over £4 billion this year and £4 billion to £4.2 billion in 2026.
  • The company plans share buybacks of £2.5 billion this year and £7 billion to £9 billion from 2026-2028.
  • Profits in 2025 were over 40% higher, reaching a record £3.46 billion.
  • Growth is driven by civil aerospace, defense, and power systems, with power systems benefiting from data center demand.
  • Rolls-Royce is considering a return to supplying engines for narrow-body aircraft.
  • The company has upgraded its 2028 profit targets to £4.9 billion to £5.2 billion.

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