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Rentokil Initial plc (NYSE: RTO) generates a steady stream of news through its global pest control, hygiene and wellbeing operations and its North American brand, Rentokil Terminix. News coverage often highlights how the company’s services intersect with public health, environmental conditions and everyday life for residential and commercial customers.
Many updates focus on pest trends and rankings. Rentokil Terminix regularly publishes lists of the most mosquito-infested or pest-infested cities in the United States, drawing on service data from more than 300 branches. These reports shed light on where pest pressures are highest for both households and businesses, and often include practical tips for prevention and risk reduction.
Another key news theme is business and industry developments. Articles cover the opening of facilities such as the Rentokil Terminix Innovation Center in Irving, Texas, a research and development hub for pest control technology and more sustainable product development. News also includes partnerships and sponsorships, such as the multi-year agreement naming Terminix the Official Pest Control Partner of the United Soccer League, and community-focused promotions like ticket giveaways linked to soccer matches.
Investors and followers of RTO can also expect corporate and regulatory announcements, including notices about Rentokil Initial’s Annual Report and Financial Statements, Annual General Meeting documentation and selected Form 6-K filings. These items provide insight into governance, reporting practices and major shareholdings.
For anyone tracking RTO, the news stream offers a mix of operational insights, scientific and innovation updates, community initiatives and formal corporate disclosures. Returning to this page allows readers to follow how pest pressures, service offerings and corporate actions evolve over time across Rentokil Initial’s global footprint.
Terminix data (based on 2025 service records from more than 300 Rentokil-owned Terminix branches) shows New York City became the No. 1 most mosquito‑infested U.S. city for 2026, rising from No. 3 in 2025, while Los Angeles fell to No. 3.
The Top 10 list shows rising mosquito activity across Northeastern and Midwestern urban areas, linked to prolonged heat, higher humidity, and increased rainfall. Terminix offers prevention tips and service information at its website.
Rentokil Initial (LSE:RTO) has published its Annual Report and Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2025, the Notice of the 2026 Annual General Meeting and the Proxy Form.
The documents were filed with the FCA and the SEC (Form 20-F) on 25 March 2026 and are available on the company website and regulatory portals. The 2026 AGM is scheduled for 7 May 2026 at 2:00pm from the company offices in Crawley; participation details are in the Notice of Meeting.
Terminix (NYSE:RTO) launched a live “Termite Tour” on February 19, 2026 using a tiny luxury replica home to show how quickly termites can cause hidden structural damage.
The demonstration used live Formosan termites for three weeks and highlighted the $6.8 billion annual U.S. cost of termite damage and treatment.
Terminix (NYSE:RTO) released its first Top Termite-Infested U.S. States Report using 2025 proprietary pest-management data and technician insights. The report lists the Top 10 states at greatest termite risk and highlights that termites cause an estimated $5 billion in annual U.S. damage and treatment costs.
Warm, humid, and densely developed southern and coastal states—led by Florida, California and Texas—remain highest risk, while rising temperatures are expanding exposure into parts of the Midwest and Northeast.
Terminix (NYSE:RTO) has released its 2024 Top 50 Most Rodent-Infested U.S. Cities Report, based on over 165,000 service requests. The report reveals a concerning upward trend in residential rodent activity nationwide. New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco/Oakland/San Jose lead the top three most infested cities.
The company identifies key factors driving increased rodent activity, including urban development, population shifts, and extended breeding seasons due to warmer weather. Cities like Detroit, Tampa-St. Pete, Memphis, Nashville, San Antonio, Austin, and Birmingham have shown notable increases in rodent activity.
Terminix has released its annual ranking of the Top 50 Most Mosquito-Infested Cities in the United States, based on 2024 service data from over 300 branches. Los Angeles leads the list, followed by Dallas, New York City, Atlanta, and Houston in the top five positions.
Dr. Sydney Crawley, Principal Vector Scientist at Terminix, emphasizes that mosquitoes pose significant public health risks beyond being mere nuisances. The company provides essential prevention tips, including:
- Installing mosquito traps as part of an integrated management plan
- Removing standing water from containers weekly
- Eliminating post-rainfall standing water in common hotspots
- Using EPA-registered repellents like DEET
- Consulting with pest control professionals
Rentokil Initial PLC has announced the filing of its Annual Report and Financial Statements for the year ended December 31, 2024. The company has also released the Notice of 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Proxy Form, which are now available through the National Storage Mechanism and the company's website.
The 2025 AGM is scheduled for May 7, 2025, at 2:00pm at Compass House, Manor Royal, Crawley. The company has additionally filed its Annual Report on Form 20-F with the SEC, which can be accessed on both the SEC website and Rentokil's investor portal.
In a post-publication update, the company disclosed that the Carbon Disclosure Project recalculated their Climate rating to C from the previously reported D due to an error in their scoring infrastructure.
Terminix, a Rentokil Terminix company, has released its 2025 ranking of the top 50 pest-infested cities for commercial spaces in the U.S., based on service data from over 300 branches between October 2023 and September 2024.
The top five cities are: Dallas (#1), Houston (#2), Los Angeles (#3), Atlanta (#4), and San Francisco (#5). Texas and California dominate the rankings, with other notable cities including Honolulu, New York, and Tampa.
The report emphasizes that pest infestations can significantly impact businesses, particularly in industries like restaurants, grocery stores, hotels, warehouses, and healthcare facilities. Terminix recommends implementing Integrated Pest Management (IPM) plans, which combine various approaches for more effective and environmentally conscious pest control.
Rentokil Terminix has been awarded the 2024 CBRE Supplier Innovation Challenge winner for North America, receiving the Innovation of the Year Award for its sustainable pest-proofing solutions. The company's innovative product range, first launched in the U.K., helps reduce chemical dependency in pest control through comprehensive building protection features.
Selected from over 100 initiatives and 11 finalists, the winning innovation includes solutions for ground protection, expansion joints, building holes, and commercial facilities. The system, evaluated based on user experience, cost optimization, and efficiency, represents a significant advancement in environmentally responsible pest management.