Oxford Metrics Shares Edge Higher as H1 Profit Expected to Be In Line

Oxford Metrics (LON: OMG) shares rose slightly on Friday, currently up 0.4%, after the company said it expects first-half profit and revenue to be in line with management expectations, supported by momentum across both of its core divisions.

In a trading update for the six months ended 31 March 2025, the smart sensing and software firm said revenue would follow its typical second-half weighting. 

The company noted continued progress at Vicon, its motion capture business, which secured new contracts across key sectors and launched a new markerless capture solution in March. 

The technology, Vicon Markerless, is aimed at enhancing speed and ease for creative and previsualisation teams.

The firm also reported advances in its smart manufacturing arm, including several new contract wins and the appointment of Dr Simon Gunter as managing director to lead expansion efforts in the growth market.

Oxford Metrics said it does not expect the current US tariff policy to materially affect its operations, but will continue to monitor macroeconomic developments. 

“The Group remains in a strong financial position with a current net cash position of c. £41 million, and is well placed to pursue both organic growth and M&A,” the company stated.

Meanwhile, Oxford Metrics also announced the retirement of Executive Director Cathy Robertson, who will retire from the board with immediate effect but remain until late May to ensure a smooth handover.