Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust PLC (GB:ASL)
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ASL Stock Chart & Stats
1572.00 p
-3.99 p(-0.28%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
1572.00 p
-3.99 p(-0.28%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range1,408.07 p - 1,718.19 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume19.68K
Average Volume (3M)162.54K
Market Cap
£1.28B
Enterprise Value1.35B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£5.14M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£74.97M
Price to Earnings (P/E)13.9
Beta1.11
Next EarningsN/A
EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.21%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)N/A
Shares Outstanding77,663,100
10 Day Avg. Volume168,414
30 Day Avg. Volume162,536
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.39
Price to Book (P/B)0.92
Price to Sales (P/S)11.25
P/FCF Ratio29.85
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)N/A
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Financial StabilityA strong balance sheet with no debt and high equity ratio indicates robust financial health, providing flexibility for future investments and growth.
Share Buyback ProgramThe share buyback program reflects management's confidence in the company's financial health and enhances shareholder value by reducing share count.
Cash Flow ManagementEfficient cash flow management supports operational stability and provides resources for strategic initiatives, contributing to long-term sustainability.
Bears Say
Profitability ChallengesNegative EBIT margin indicates operational inefficiencies, which could hinder profitability and growth if not addressed.
Revenue VolatilityRevenue volatility suggests instability in income streams, which can impact predictability and planning of future growth strategies.
Modest Free Cash Flow GrowthModest free cash flow growth limits the company's ability to reinvest in growth opportunities and may affect long-term strategic initiatives.
Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust PLC News
ASL FAQ
What was Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust PLC lowest share price was 1408.07 p and its highest was 1718.19 p in the past 12 months.
What is Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust PLC’s market cap?
Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust PLC’s market cap is £1.28B.
When is Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
The company’s upcoming earnings report date is not yet available.
How were Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Currently, no data Available
Is Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust PLC’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust PLC pay dividends?
Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust PLC pays a Annually dividend of 44.5 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.21%. See more information on Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust PLC dividends here
What is Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust PLC’s EPS estimate?
Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust PLC have?
Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust PLC has 77,663,100 shares outstanding.
What happened to Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Currently, no data Available
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:ASL
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust PLC Stock Smart Score
Outperform
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Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
7.83%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
6.86%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-2.30%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust PLC
Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust Plc is a closed-end equity investment vehicle overseen by Aberforth Partners LLP. This trust primarily allocates capital to publicly traded companies across diverse sectors within the United Kingdom's equity markets. Its core investment approach centers on identifying undervalued shares of smaller-capitalization businesses. The portfolio is constructed through rigorous fundamental analysis, utilizing both bottom-up and top-down stock selection strategies that meticulously assess companies' financial health and competitive market positions. The trust's performance is measured against the Numis Smaller Companies Index (excluding investment companies). Aberforth Smaller Companies Trust Plc was established on December 10, 1990, and is registered in the United Kingdom.
Technical Analysis
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