Goldman Sachs
May 21, 2026
BT Group Results Small Beat
Single Stock ReportEquitiesCommunication Services
BT reported a small beat in 4Q26 results and introduced FY27 guidance largely in line with consensus. Goldman Sachs maintains a 'Buy' rating, expecting material FCF acceleration and shareholder return upside as fiber roll-out costs begin to decline.
Key Takeaways
- 1.BT delivered a small 4Q26 results beat compared to consensus, primarily driven by robust performance in Consumer and Business units.
- 2.Openreach line losses of -203k were better than the consensus estimate of -227k, providing reassurance regarding altnet competition.
- 3.Significant Free Cash Flow (FCF) acceleration is expected from FY27, with post-pension FCF projected to rise from £0.5bn to £1.3bn+.
Table of Contents
- In the detail
- Valuation and risks
- Disclosure Appendix
- GS Factor Profile
- M&A Rank
- Quantum
- Disclosures
- Company-specific regulatory disclosures
- Distribution of ratings/investment banking relationships
- Price target and rating history chart(s)
- Target price history table(s)
- Regulatory disclosures
- Ratings, coverage universe and related definitions
- Global product; distributing entities
- General disclosures
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Authors
Andrew LeeHalima ElyasMollie WitcombeSofija RakicevicMridul Agrawal
Securities
BT.L
Themes
Free Cash Flow InflectionOpenreach Infrastructure DominanceShareholder Return Upside
Regions
EuropeUnited Kingdom
