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BFSP Stock Chart & Stats
92.00 p
0.00 p(0.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
92.00 p
0.00 p(0.00%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range81.00 p - 92.50 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume8.25K
Average Volume (3M)2.02K
Market Cap
£71.22M
Enterprise Value65.76M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£8.70M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£0.00
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta>-0.01
Next Earnings
Aug 20, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield5.73%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.05
Shares Outstanding86,853,350
10 Day Avg. Volume0
30 Day Avg. Volume2,017
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.09
Price to Book (P/B)0.85
Price to Sales (P/S)3792.12
P/FCF Ratio-28.46
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
Debt-free Balance SheetA zero-debt, low-leverage balance sheet provides a durable financial buffer for a VCT holding illiquid, higher-risk private investments. Equity grew materially (from ~£3.7m in 2020 to ~£66.8m in 2025), giving capacity to ride out NAV volatility and avoid forced asset sales during downturns.
Active Capital ManagementManagement demonstrates consistent, shareholder-focused capital actions (dividends, buybacks, issuance/prospectus activity). This indicates durable access to funding and a governance stance prioritising returns and liquidity management, which supports the VCT model's need to realise value and return cash to investors over time.
VCT Investment ModelOperating as a VCT aligns the company with a patient, tax-incentivised retail investor base and a mandate for long-term growth-capital investments. This structural model supports disciplined, long-duration holdings and access to deal flow in UK growth segments, a durable advantage for sourcing and holding high-potential companies.
Bears Say
Persistent Cash BurnConsistent negative operating and free cash flow (from about -£0.17m in 2020 to about -£2.0m in 2025) signals a structural inability to convert gains or operations into cash. For a VCT that funds investments and distributions, persistent cash burn raises the risk of future equity raises or pressured disposals to meet payouts.
Earnings Volatility & 2025 CollapseSharp earnings swings and the dramatic 2025 reversal undermine predictability of NAV and distributable reserves. Such volatility complicates portfolio planning, makes expected returns on underlying holdings uncertain, and increases the likelihood that future shareholder distributions depend on timing of exits rather than stable income generation.
Reliance On RealisationsThe company's economic model depends on capital growth and realisations to generate cash for dividends. Given weak cash generation and volatile profits, this structural reliance creates mismatch risks: distributions and funding hinge on the timing and pricing of exits, which can be prolonged or depressed in slower markets.
Blackfinch Spring VCT Plc News
BFSP FAQ
What was Blackfinch Spring VCT Plc’s price range in the past 12 months?
Blackfinch Spring VCT Plc lowest share price was 81.00 p and its highest was 92.50 p in the past 12 months.
What is Blackfinch Spring VCT Plc’s market cap?
Blackfinch Spring VCT Plc’s market cap is £71.22M.
When is Blackfinch Spring VCT Plc’s upcoming earnings report date?
Blackfinch Spring VCT Plc’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 20, 2026 which is in 13 days.
How were Blackfinch Spring VCT Plc’s earnings last quarter?
Blackfinch Spring VCT Plc released its earnings results on Apr 21, 2026. The company reported -0.034 p earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -0.034 p.
Is Blackfinch Spring VCT Plc overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Blackfinch Spring VCT Plc’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Blackfinch Spring VCT Plc pay dividends?
Blackfinch Spring VCT Plc pays a Quarterly dividend of 2.2 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 5.73%. See more information on Blackfinch Spring VCT Plc dividends here
What is Blackfinch Spring VCT Plc’s EPS estimate?
Blackfinch Spring VCT Plc’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Blackfinch Spring VCT Plc have?
Blackfinch Spring VCT Plc has 86,853,350 shares outstanding.
What happened to Blackfinch Spring VCT Plc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Blackfinch Spring VCT Plc reported an EPS of -0.034 p in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Blackfinch Spring VCT Plc?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:BFSP
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
Blackfinch Spring VCT Plc Stock Smart Score
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Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
0.62%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
5.73%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
39.15%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Blackfinch Spring VCT Plc
Blackfinch Spring VCT Plc operates as a venture capital trust (VCT). Its core investment strategy involves directing capital towards emerging, technology-focused companies. The trust specifically seeks out ventures deeply engaged in research and development and fostering innovation, aiming for those that demonstrate strong potential for high growth and possess clear, realistic exit horizons. Established on August 20, 2019, the company's base of operations is in Gloucester, United Kingdom.
Technical Analysis
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