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ABF Stock Chart & Stats
2064.00 p
21.50 p(1.08%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
2064.00 p
21.50 p(1.08%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range1,729.45 p - 2,359.00 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume232.03K
Average Volume (3M)858.97K
Market Cap
£12.62B
Enterprise Value17.22K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£712.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£3.74B
Price to Earnings (P/E)13.5
Beta0.69
Next Earnings
Nov 03, 2026EPS Estimate
0.84Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.49%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.34
Shares Outstanding702,947,200
10 Day Avg. Volume1,127,168
30 Day Avg. Volume858,965
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
£1,777.92Price Target Upside-13.86% Downside
Rating ConsensusModerate Sell
Number of Analyst Covering12
EPS Forecast (FY)1.54
Revenue Forecast (FY)£19.47B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Diversified Business ModelABF’s exposure to multiple food, ingredients and retail activities reduces reliance on any single market and creates several sources of revenue. Primark, branded foods and industrial ingredients provide distinct earnings drivers, while geographic diversification can support resilience across business cycles.
Strong Balance SheetA solid balance sheet and prudent leverage provide financial flexibility during operating pressure. Strong equity support and effective use of shareholder funds can help ABF continue investing in stores, automation and brands while retaining capacity to manage volatility across its portfolio.
Primark Digital And International ExpansionPrimark is building longer-term growth capabilities through digital engagement, customer-data expansion and store rollout. These initiatives can deepen customer reach, improve convenience and support productivity, while international expansion broadens the chain’s future revenue base.
Bears Say
Sugar Moving To A Full-year LossThe expected full-year Sugar loss shows that prolonged low European prices and market oversupply are affecting an entire operating segment, not just a single reporting period. Continued weakness would dilute group earnings and reduce the benefit of ABF’s diversification.
Group Profit And Margin PressureThe sharp decline in operating profit and EPS indicates that current revenue performance is not translating into stable earnings. Lower profitability across key segments can constrain internally funded investment and make future results more sensitive to pricing, costs and consumer demand.
Weak Free-cash-flow ConversionAlthough operating cash generation remains strong relative to net income, weaker free-cash-flow growth and conversion suggest that reported earnings are producing less discretionary cash. This could limit flexibility for investment, shareholder returns or absorbing prolonged operating pressure.
Associated British Foods News
ABF FAQ
What was Associated British Foods’s price range in the past 12 months?
Associated British Foods lowest share price was 1729.45 p and its highest was 2359.00 p in the past 12 months.
What is Associated British Foods’s market cap?
Associated British Foods’s market cap is £12.62B.
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 42 days.
How were Associated British Foods’s earnings last quarter?
Associated British Foods released its earnings results on Apr 21, 2026. The company reported 0.707 p earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of 0.719 p by -0.012 p.
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 pays a Semiannually dividend of 20.7 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.49%. See more information on Associated British Foods dividends here
What is Associated British Foods’s EPS estimate?
Associated British Foods’s EPS estimate is 0.84.
How many shares outstanding does Associated British Foods have?
Associated British Foods has 702,947,200 shares outstanding.
What happened to Associated British Foods’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Associated British Foods reported an EPS of 0.707 p in its last earnings report, missing expectations of 0.719 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.679%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Associated British Foods?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:ABF
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Associated British Foods Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Sell
Average Price Target:
£1,777.92 (-13.86% Downside)
£1,777.92 (-13.86% Downside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bearish
GB:ABF Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 64%
Sector Average 64%
News Sentiment
Very Bearish
Bullish news 0%
Bearish news 100%
Bearish news 100%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-5.47%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
3.49%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
5.05%
Trailing 12-Months
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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.
ABF Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
1,777.92 p
▼(-13.86% Downside)