AFO1 Stock Chart & Stats
€24.60
€0.80(3.36%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
€24.60
€0.80(3.36%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range€20.20 - €27.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume500.00
Average Volume (3M)65.00
Market Cap
€16.71B
Enterprise Value€16.22B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)€712.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)€3.74B
Price to Earnings (P/E)15.4
Beta0.34
Next Earnings
Nov 03, 2026Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.34
Shares Outstanding703,105,500
10 Day Avg. Volume75
30 Day Avg. Volume65
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.58
Price to Book (P/B)1.43
Price to Sales (P/S)0.82
P/FCF Ratio13.84
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
€20.71Price Target Upside-15.82% Downside
Rating ConsensusModerate Sell
Number of Analyst Covering10
EPS Forecast (FY)0.02
Revenue Forecast (FY)€228.80M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Balance Sheet Strength & LiquidityABF’s conservative leverage, multi‑billion liquidity buffer and pension surplus provide durable financial flexibility. This supports capital allocation (buybacks, CapEx) through cycles, funds multi‑year Primark expansion and cushions commodity or regionally driven cash shocks without forcing distress asset sales.
Primark Operational & Digital ProgressSustained digital adoption, CRM growth and in‑store efficiency improvements deepen customer engagement and lower operating cost per transaction. Combined with continued store openings and a scalable US roll‑out, this strengthens Primark’s long‑term competitive position in value fashion.
Diversified Branded And Ingredients MomentumBroad brand portfolio and specialty ingredients growth reduce reliance on any single market. High‑growth niches and resilient international brands provide stable revenue streams and higher‑margin opportunities that support group earnings resilience over several years despite volatility in other segments.
Bears Say
Structural Weakness In SugarProlonged low European sugar prices and oversupply are driving a full‑year operating loss, indicating sectoral structural headwinds. This harms cash generation and returns in the commodity arm and may require either higher capital support or strategic reallocation if weak pricing persists.
Margin Pressure From Markdowns And LFL SoftnessPersistent like‑for‑like weakness and elevated markdowns erode sustainable gross margins and operating returns. If inventory and demand mismatches continue, margin recovery will be constrained, reducing free cash flow potential and impeding ability to fund growth without diluting returns.
Weaker Free Cash Flow ConversionA notable decline in free cash flow conversion signals potential limits on internally funded investment and shareholder returns. Over time, weaker FCF conversion increases reliance on debt or equity to fund CapEx and buybacks, tightening financial flexibility if margins or working capital remain strained.
Associated British Foods News
AFO1 FAQ
What was Associated British Foods’s price range in the past 12 months?
Associated British Foods lowest stock price was €20.20 and its highest was €27.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Associated British Foods’s market cap?
Associated British Foods’s market cap is €16.71B.
When is Associated British Foods’s upcoming earnings report date?
Associated British Foods’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 03, 2026 which is in 81 days.
How were Associated British Foods’s earnings last quarter?
Associated British Foods released its earnings results on Apr 21, 2026. The company reported €0.824 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of €0.838 by -€0.014.
Is Associated British Foods overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Associated British Foods’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Associated British Foods pay dividends?
Associated British Foods does not currently pay dividends.
What is Associated British Foods’s EPS estimate?
Associated British Foods’s EPS estimate is 1.
How many shares outstanding does Associated British Foods have?
Associated British Foods has 703,105,500 shares outstanding.
What happened to Associated British Foods’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Associated British Foods reported an EPS of €0.824 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of €0.838. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.91%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Associated British Foods?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:AFO1
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Associated British Foods Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Sell
Average Price Target:
€20.71 (-15.82% Downside)
€20.71 (-15.82% Downside)
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-2.05%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
3.07%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
5.05%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Associated British Foods
Associated British Foods plc (ABF) is a global diversified entity, primarily engaged in the food, ingredient, and retail sectors. Its extensive operations are segmented into five distinct divisions: Grocery, Sugar, Agriculture, Ingredients, and Retail. Within the Grocery segment, ABF is responsible for the production and distribution of a wide array of consumer food products. This includes hot beverages, various sweeteners, cooking oils, specialty vinegars, bakery items, breakfast cereals, ethnic culinary products, and meat products, all supplied to retail, wholesale, and foodservice channels. The Sugar division is dedicated to the cultivation, processing, and subsequent sale of sugar beet and sugar cane, primarily catering to industrial clients. Its Agriculture segment focuses on the manufacturing and supply of animal feeds, alongside a range of other products and services designed for the agricultural industry. The Ingredients segment specializes in the creation of key components such as bakers' yeast, essential bakery ingredients, enzymes, lipids, yeast extracts, and various cereal specialties. Lastly, the Retail segment manages the sourcing and merchandising of apparel and accessories through its well-known Primark and Penneys retail chains. These outlets offer a comprehensive selection spanning womenswear, menswear, children's clothing, footwear, fashion accessories, homeware, and skincare products. Founded in 1935 and based in London, United Kingdom, Associated British Foods plc is ultimately controlled by Wittington Investments Limited.
AFO1 Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
€20.71
▼(-15.82% Downside)





