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ABF Stock Chart & Stats
1995.50 p
21.50 p(1.08%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
1995.50 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)1.02M
Market Cap
£14.60B
Enterprise Value16.22B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£712.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£3.74B
Price to Earnings (P/E)15.6
Beta0.69
Next Earnings
Nov 03, 2026EPS Estimate
0.86Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.02%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.34
Shares Outstanding703,653,260
10 Day Avg. Volume628,749
30 Day Avg. Volume1,020,937
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
£1,774.00Price Target Upside-11.10% Downside
Rating ConsensusModerate Sell
Number of Analyst Covering10
EPS Forecast (FY)1.54
Revenue Forecast (FY)£19.47B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Primark Market & Digital ProgressPrimark's improving like‑for‑like sales, strong website traffic and in‑store automation indicate durable competitive momentum in value fashion. Operational and digital gains expand reach, improve unit economics and support store rollout, underpinning sustained scale advantages and margin recovery over months.
Strong Balance Sheet & LiquidityLow leverage, ample committed facilities and a pension surplus give ABF structural financial flexibility to fund Primark expansion, absorb cyclical shocks and continue shareholder returns. That balance sheet strength supports multi‑year investments and downside resilience in an uncertain consumer backdrop.
Focused Investment ProgramSustained, targeted capex into Primark infrastructure, automation and digital capabilities is a durable driver of future productivity and growth. These multi‑year investments should lower unit costs, support international expansion and improve inventory and fulfilment efficiency over several quarters.
Bears Say
Group Profitability DeclineAn 18% operating profit fall and material EPS decline signal persistent margin pressure across segments. Sustained weaker profitability reduces internal funding for growth, constrains flexibility on pricing and investment, and increases reliance on balance sheet buffers and capital allocation choices.
Sugar Segment LossProlonged low European sugar prices and market oversupply make sugar a structural drag. A full‑year operating loss in sugar erodes group earnings resilience and may require either capital redeployment, restructuring or sustained cross‑subsidy from stronger divisions to maintain returns.
Grocery & Ingredients Demand WeaknessWeakness in core grocery categories (notably U.S. oils) and lower ingredients demand reduce the diversification benefit of ABF's portfolio. Persistent category declines can compress margins, require increased marketing or price support, and limit the ability of Food segments to offset retail volatility.
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 £14.60B.
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 90 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 3.02%. See more information on Associated British Foods dividends here
What is Associated British Foods’s EPS estimate?
Associated British Foods’s EPS estimate is 0.86.
How many shares outstanding does Associated British Foods have?
Associated British Foods has 703,653,260 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?
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Associated British Foods Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Sell
Average Price Target:
£1,774.00 (-11.10% Downside)
£1,774.00 (-11.10% 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
3.02%
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.
ABF Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
1,774.00 p
▼(-11.10% Downside)