RWS Holdings plc has recorded a return to organic growth on a constant currency basis in the first quarter of its 2026 fiscal year, the company said in a statement to shareholders at its annual general meeting on Wednesday.
The company attributed the pickup to stronger adoption of its AI-related products and services. Management said that this revenue improvement, together with an efficiency plan initiated in the prior year, underpins its expectation to deliver results in line with the company’s existing guidance for FY26.
Chairman commentary
Andrew Brode, Interim Chairman, framed FY25 as a turning point, noting that the business had evolved its strategy to position itself as the cultural intelligence partner for enterprises deploying AI. His remarks at the AGM emphasized the strategic shift toward providing cultural intelligence capabilities to global customers.
Leadership update
The board confirmed that Stephen Lamb, who was appointed Chief Financial Officer in October 2025, will formally assume the role on March 2, 2026. Lamb, aged 52, currently serves as a director at Midwich Group plc and holds directorships across a number of subsidiaries.
Business profile and segments
RWS describes itself as a global AI solutions company offering a Cultural Intelligence Layer. The company says this capability is supported by a workforce of 250,000 data specialists, cultural and language experts, and domain professionals. RWS reports serving more than 80 of the world’s top 100 brands through its Generate, Transform and Protect segments.
Outlook
Management indicated that the combination of rising demand for AI-related offerings and the efficiency measures begun last year supports its view that FY26 results will be in line with current guidance.
Summary
- RWS posted organic constant currency growth in Q1 of FY26, driven by greater uptake of AI-related products and services.
- The company expects to meet its existing FY26 guidance, citing revenue growth plus an efficiency plan started last year.
- Stephen Lamb, appointed CFO in October 2025, will take up his post on March 2, 2026.