AO World (GB:AO)
LSE:AO
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AO Stock Chart & Stats
92.80 p
0.71 p(0.73%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
92.80 p
0.71 p(0.73%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range82.50 p - 117.40 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume65.28K
Average Volume (3M)764.87K
Market Cap
£497.82M
Enterprise Value505.04M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£79.60M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£64.60M
Price to Earnings (P/E)42.8
Beta1.05
Next Earnings
Jun 17, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.02
Shares Outstanding570,554,500
10 Day Avg. Volume625,064
30 Day Avg. Volume764,868
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.92
Price to Book (P/B)3.80
Price to Sales (P/S)0.48
P/FCF Ratio11.18
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£155.00Price Target Upside67.03% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)0.07
Revenue Forecast (FY)£1.35B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Improved LeverageA materially lower debt-to-equity ratio increases financial resilience and borrowing flexibility, enabling AO to fund working capital, invest in operations, or withstand demand shocks without overreliance on external capital. This stronger capital structure supports stability over the medium term.
Recovering Revenue GrowthSustained top-line recovery restores scale economics in an e-commerce retail model, improving bargaining power with suppliers and the ability to spread fixed costs. Continued revenue growth over months supports margin improvement and investment in customer experience and services.
Improved Gross MarginHigher gross margins indicate more effective merchandising, pricing or supply terms—directly enhancing the company's ability to cover operating costs and fund services. Sustained gross margin improvement preserves profitability even if other operating pressures persist.
Bears Say
Low Net ProfitabilityA sub-1% net margin leaves little buffer against cost inflation or demand softness and limits retained earnings for reinvestment. Persistently thin net profitability constrains strategic initiatives and increases reliance on external funding for growth or restructuring.
Declining Free Cash FlowA notable drop in free cash flow reduces internal capital for capex, inventory and debt service, pressuring liquidity and limiting the company's ability to self-fund growth or weather cyclical downturns. This makes long-term investment plans more dependent on external financing.
Worsening Operating EfficiencyFalling operating margins suggest rising costs or weaker operational leverage, undermining the company's ability to turn revenue into sustainable profits. If not addressed, declining efficiency will compress cash generation and limit capacity to scale service offerings profitably.
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AO FAQ
What was AO World’s price range in the past 12 months?
AO World lowest share price was 82.50 p and its highest was 117.40 p in the past 12 months.
What is AO World’s market cap?
AO World’s market cap is £497.82M.
When is AO World’s upcoming earnings report date?
AO World’s upcoming earnings report date is Jun 17, 2026 which is in 9 days.
How were AO World’s earnings last quarter?
AO World released its earnings results on Nov 25, 2025. The company reported 0.021 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by 0.021 p.
Is AO World overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts AO World’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does AO World pay dividends?
AO World does not currently pay dividends.
What is AO World’s EPS estimate?
AO World’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does AO World have?
AO World has 570,554,500 shares outstanding.
What happened to AO World’s price movement after its last earnings report?
AO World reported an EPS of 0.021 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.511%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of AO World?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:AO
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
AO World Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
£155.00 (67.03% Upside)
£155.00 (67.03% Upside)
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth £6.8M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-13.21%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
7.92%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
4.80%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
AO World
AO World plc, together with its subsidiaries, operates as an online retailer of domestic appliances and consumer electronics in the United Kingdom and Europe. The company retails fridge freezers, cookers and washing machines, and audiovisual equipment, as well as computing, mobile, and gaming products. It also provides logistics and transport services. In addition, the company engages in the investment activities; and WEEE recycling activities. AO World plc sells its products through its websites and third-party websites. AO World plc was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Bolton, the United Kingdom.
AO Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
155.00 p
▲(67.03% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
Currently, No data available
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