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BGEU Stock Chart & Stats
106.00 p
-0.20 p(-0.24%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
106.00 p
-0.20 p(-0.24%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range91.40 p - 116.50 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume17.38K
Average Volume (3M)844.78K
Market Cap
£329.87M
Enterprise Value358.51M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£9.83M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£52.35M
Price to Earnings (P/E)57.0
Beta0.88
Next EarningsN/A
EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield0.57%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)N/A
Shares Outstanding289,355,380
10 Day Avg. Volume887,399
30 Day Avg. Volume844,781
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.34
Price to Book (P/B)1.00
Price to Sales (P/S)24.61
P/FCF Ratio626.56
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
High Profitability MarginsThe trust's portfolio has delivered high gross and net margins, indicating disciplined cost structure and selective stock selection by the manager. Persistent margin strength supports long-term capital compounding potential even if NAV growth is lumpy, underpinning durable return generation.
Robust Balance Sheet / Low LeverageA low leverage profile and healthy equity ratio give the trust financial resilience and flexibility. This structural strength reduces solvency risk, helps withstand market drawdowns, and preserves capacity to hold long-duration growth positions without forced liquidations.
Closed‑ended, Diversified Growth MandateThe closed‑ended structure and Baillie Gifford's growth-oriented mandate enable long-term, unconstrained positioning across European equities. That design supports concentrated, patient investments and portfolio diversification benefits for shareholders over multi-year horizons.
Bears Say
Severe Revenue DeclineSharp and recent revenue deterioration signals the trust's income base is unstable, which can reduce distributable income and strain return smoothing. For an income-funded distribution policy, persistent top-line weakness undermines long-term cash available for dividends and reserves.
Inconsistent Cash Flow ConversionWeak conversion of reported income into operating cash constrains the trust's ability to fund distributions and meet operating costs without dipping into reserves. Persistent cash volatility increases reliance on realized gains and heightens payout and liquidity risk over time.
Inconsistent Return On EquityVolatile ROE indicates uneven achievement of investment objectives across market cycles, suggesting portfolio concentration or timing risks. Over the medium term this inconsistency can erode investor confidence and make long-term return outcomes more uncertain.
Baillie Gifford European Growth Trust PLC GBP News
BGEU FAQ
What was Baillie Gifford European Growth Trust PLC GBP’s price range in the past 12 months?
Baillie Gifford European Growth Trust PLC GBP lowest share price was 91.40 p and its highest was 116.50 p in the past 12 months.
What is Baillie Gifford European Growth Trust PLC GBP’s market cap?
Baillie Gifford European Growth Trust PLC GBP’s market cap is £329.87M.
When is Baillie Gifford European Growth Trust PLC GBP’s upcoming earnings report date?
The company’s upcoming earnings report date is not yet available.
How were Baillie Gifford European Growth Trust PLC GBP’s earnings last quarter?
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Is Baillie Gifford European Growth Trust PLC GBP overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Baillie Gifford European Growth Trust PLC GBP’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Baillie Gifford European Growth Trust PLC GBP pay dividends?
Baillie Gifford European Growth Trust PLC GBP pays a Annually dividend of 0.72 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.57%. See more information on Baillie Gifford European Growth Trust PLC GBP dividends here
What is Baillie Gifford European Growth Trust PLC GBP’s EPS estimate?
Baillie Gifford European Growth Trust PLC GBP’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Baillie Gifford European Growth Trust PLC GBP have?
Baillie Gifford European Growth Trust PLC GBP has 289,355,380 shares outstanding.
What happened to Baillie Gifford European Growth Trust PLC GBP’s price movement after its last earnings report?
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Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Baillie Gifford European Growth Trust PLC GBP?
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Baillie Gifford European Growth Trust PLC GBP Stock Smart Score
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Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
20.75%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
2.85%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
12.60%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Baillie Gifford European Growth Trust PLC GBP
Established on June 28, 1972, and domiciled in the United Kingdom, this closed-end equity investment company, known as Baillie Gifford European Growth Trust plc (formerly The European Investment Trust plc and originally Foreign & Colonial Eurotrust plc), is managed by Edinburgh Partners AIFM Limited, with co-management provided by Edinburgh Partners Limited. Its strategy involves investing in publicly traded European equities across diverse sectors, specifically excluding the UK market. The fund primarily targets undervalued companies through a rigorous fundamental analysis and a bottom-up stock selection process. This approach focuses on identifying businesses that are expected to improve profitability via restructuring, cost reductions, and other operational enhancements. Its performance is benchmarked against the FTSE All World Europe ex UK Index.
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