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Rentokil Initial (RTO) to pay 3.29p interim dividend 21 Sept

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Rentokil Initial plc (RTO) confirmed the sterling amount of its previously announced interim dividend for the six months ending 30 June 2026. The dividend is 4.48 cents per ordinary share, which has been converted to a sterling payment based on the average market exchange rates over three working days starting 24 August 2026, using the closing spot rate. This produced an applicable exchange rate of GBP1:USD1.3624, resulting in a sterling dividend of 3.29 pence per ordinary share. The interim dividend will be paid on 21 September 2026 to shareholders on the register at the close of business on 14 August 2026. Rentokil Initial employs approximately 63,400 people across 90 countries in pest control and hygiene services.

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Interim dividend 4.48 cents per ordinary share For the six months ending 30 June 2026
Sterling dividend amount 3.29 pence per ordinary share Converted from 4.48 cents using applicable FX rate
Applicable exchange rate GBP1:USD1.3624 Average closing spot rates over three working days from 24 August 2026
Dividend payment date 21 September 2026 Date interim dividend will be paid
Dividend record date 14 August 2026 Shareholders on the register at close of business are entitled to the dividend
Employees c.63,400 people Global workforce of Rentokil Initial plc
Countries of operation 90 countries Global footprint for Pest Control and Hygiene & Wellbeing services
interim dividend financial
"announced an interim dividend for the six months ending 30 June 2026"
An interim dividend is a cash payment a company declares and often pays before its annual results are finalized, similar to a mid‑year bonus paid from current profits. It matters to investors because it delivers immediate income, signals the company’s short‑term cash strength and confidence in ongoing earnings, and can influence share price and investor expectations about future payouts.
pence sterling financial
"the pence sterling amount payable to shareholders in relation to the Interim dividend"
closing spot rate financial
"using the closing spot rate, resulting in an applicable exchange rate"

FAQ

What interim dividend per share has Rentokil Initial plc (RTO) declared for H1 2026?

Rentokil Initial plc declared an interim dividend of 4.48 cents per ordinary share for the six months ending 30 June 2026. This amount was originally announced on 30 July 2026 and applies to each ordinary share on the shareholder register at the stated record date.

What is the sterling amount payable for Rentokil Initial plc (RTO)'s interim dividend?

The sterling amount payable for Rentokil Initial plc’s interim dividend is 3.29 pence per ordinary share. This was determined by converting the 4.48 cents dividend using an applicable exchange rate of GBP1:USD1.3624, based on average closing spot rates over three working days.

What exchange rate was used to convert Rentokil Initial plc (RTO)'s interim dividend into sterling?

Rentokil Initial plc used an applicable exchange rate of GBP1:USD1.3624 to convert its 4.48 cents interim dividend into sterling. The rate was based on the average of market exchange rates over three working days starting 24 August 2026 using the closing spot rate.

When will Rentokil Initial plc (RTO) pay the interim dividend and what is the record date?

The interim dividend will be paid on 21 September 2026 to shareholders on the register at the close of business on 14 August 2026. Only those recorded as shareholders at that time are entitled to receive the interim dividend payment.

How large is Rentokil Initial plc (RTO)'s global workforce and footprint?

Rentokil Initial plc employs approximately 63,400 people and operates in 90 countries. The company describes itself as a global leader in Pest Control and Hygiene & Wellbeing services, supporting customers across its international network.

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 UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
 
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FORM 6-K
 
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REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER
PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
 
For the month of August 2026
 
Commission File Number: 001-41524
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Rentokil Initial plc
(Registrant’s name)
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Compass House
Manor Royal
Crawley
West Sussex RH10 9PY
United Kingdom
(Address of principal executive office)
 
 
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F.
 
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Interim Dividend - Pence Sterling Amount Payable dated 27 August 2026
 
 
 
27 August 2026
 
Rentokil Initial plc
 
Interim Dividend - Pence Sterling Amount Payable
 
Rentokil Initial plc (the "Company") announced an interim dividend for the six months ending 30 June 2026 of 4.48 cents per ordinary share on 30 July 2026.
 
The pence sterling amount payable in respect of the interim dividend has been determined with reference to the average of the market exchange rates on the three working days commencing 24 August 2026, using the closing spot rate, resulting in an applicable exchange rate of GBP1:USD1.3624. Accordingly, the pence sterling amount payable to shareholders in relation to the Interim dividend will be 3.29 pence sterling per ordinary share.
 
The interim dividend will be paid on 21 September 2026 to shareholders on the register at the close of business on 14 August 2026.
 
For further information, please contact:
 
Investors / Analysts: Heather Wood, Rentokil Initial plc, +44 7808 098793
 
Media: Malcolm Padley, Rentokil Initial plc, +44 7788 978199
 
About Rentokil Initial plc:
 
Rentokil Initial plc is a global leader in Pest Control and Hygiene & Wellbeing services. It employs c.63,400 people in 90 countries.
 
www.rentokil-initial.com
 
 
SIGNATURES
 
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
 
Date: 27 August 2026
RENTOKIL INITIAL PLC
 
/s/ Rachel Canham
 
Name: Rachel Canham
 
Title: Group General Counsel and Company Secretary