Christie Group Shares Jump: Set to Exceed Expectations After Strong Q4 Surge

Christie Group plc (CTG.L) shares jumped at the open on Tuesday, after the company said it anticipates a robust full-year performance, exceeding previous forecasts, fueled by unexpectedly strong trading in the final three months of 2025.

This positive momentum is primarily driven by the Professional & Financial Services division, where activity levels remained high throughout the second half of the year.

The stock is currently up around 4.2% at 125p per share after opening at 137p following the trading update.

The company's Christie & Co brand is poised to advise on over 1,000 business sales or purchases in the UK, boasting significantly improved average fees compared to 2024. International brokerage operations are also expected to deliver substantial year-on-year revenue growth, contributing to the overall positive outlook.

Valuation activity has been a key driver, with strong performance noted in both Christie & Co and Pinders. Christie Finance, the Group's finance brokerage arm, anticipates continued growth in both revenues and profit. Additionally, Christie Insurance, the insurance intermediary business, expects renewals performance to surpass initial expectations.

With the agreed disposal of the loss-making software business, Vennersys, announced on December 22nd, 2025, the remaining stocktaking brand, Venners, is projected to contribute to revenue growth and maintain a consistent level of operating profit.

The strong performance in the second half of the year is expected to translate into a positive and improved year-end cash position, providing the company with increased financial flexibility. This allows for potential investments in strategic growth initiatives and enhanced shareholder returns.