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CNS Stock Chart & Stats
7.25 p
0.50 p(5.88%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
7.25 p
0.50 p(5.88%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range6.50 p - 13.50 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume34.70K
Average Volume (3M)1.02M
Market Cap
£58.90M
Enterprise Value57.69M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£2.11M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£390.01K
Price to Earnings (P/E)24.5
Beta0.41
Next Earnings
Apr 27, 2027EPS Estimate
<0.01Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)<0.01
Shares Outstanding512,165,160
10 Day Avg. Volume544,191
30 Day Avg. Volume1,023,254
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.34
Price to Book (P/B)3.43
Price to Sales (P/S)2.45
P/FCF Ratio29.07
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£21.00Price Target Upside189.66% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)<0.01
Revenue Forecast (FY)£29.17M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Conservative Balance SheetVery low leverage and substantial, stable equity provide financial resilience and reduce dependence on external funding. This supports continued investment in the DDoS protection platform while giving Corero greater capacity to withstand operating volatility over the next several quarters.
Positive Operating Cash FlowConsistently positive operating cash flow indicates that Corero’s core activities are generating cash, supporting ongoing product development, customer support, and commercial execution. This is a durable strength because internally generated funds reduce reliance on debt or equity financing.
Steady Revenue GrowthSteady annual revenue growth suggests continued customer demand for Corero’s DDoS detection and mitigation solutions. Sustained top-line expansion can improve operating leverage over time, broaden the installed base, and strengthen the company’s position in network security markets.
Bears Say
Inconsistent ProfitabilityThe return to a loss and negative operating profit shows that revenue growth has not yet translated into dependable earnings. This limits earnings visibility and suggests Corero may need further scale or cost discipline before growth can produce consistently resilient operating returns.
Volatile Free Cash FlowLarge year-to-year swings in free cash flow reduce confidence that accounting revenue will consistently convert into funds available for investment or shareholder returns. Even with a 2025 rebound, recurring volatility can complicate planning and weaken the durability of cash generation.
Uneven Returns On EquityVolatile returns on equity indicate that Corero has not yet produced consistently efficient profits from its capital base. This weakens the quality of its financial performance and reinforces the concern that current revenue growth is not reliably translating into shareholder returns.
Corero Network Security News
CNS FAQ
What was Corero Network Security PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Corero Network Security PLC lowest share price was 6.50 p and its highest was 13.50 p in the past 12 months.
What is Corero Network Security PLC’s market cap?
Corero Network Security PLC’s market cap is £58.90M.
When is Corero Network Security PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Corero Network Security PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Apr 27, 2027 which is in 196 days.
How were Corero Network Security PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Corero Network Security PLC released its earnings results on Sep 09, 2026. The company reported 0.002 p earnings per share for the quarter.
Is Corero Network Security PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Corero Network Security PLC’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Corero Network Security PLC pay dividends?
Corero Network Security PLC does not currently pay dividends.
What is Corero Network Security PLC’s EPS estimate?
Corero Network Security PLC’s EPS estimate is <0.01.
How many shares outstanding does Corero Network Security PLC have?
Corero Network Security PLC has 512,165,160 shares outstanding.
What happened to Corero Network Security PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Corero Network Security PLC reported an EPS of 0.002 p in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 20.588%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Corero Network Security PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:CNS
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
Corero Network Security Stock Smart Score
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Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
6.97%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
16.07%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
15.03%
Trailing 12-Months
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Company Description
Corero Network Security PLC
Corero Network Security plc specializes in delivering global solutions to combat distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks. The company's primary offering is the Corero SmartWall product range, designed to proactively neutralize DDoS attack traffic. This suite encompasses various components: the SmartWall Threat Defense System, which provides dedicated appliances for DDoS mitigation; the SmartWall Threat Defense Director, offering software-based protection at network edges; the SmartWall Threat Defense Cloud, securing against cloud-centric threats; and SecureWatch Managed Services, a comprehensive package covering configuration fine-tuning, continuous surveillance, and swift incident response. Additionally, Corero provides vital installation and training support. Its diverse client base includes service, hosting, co-location, edge, and SaaS providers, alongside major enterprises. Established in 1991 as Corero plc, the company adopted its current name, Corero Network Security plc, in June 2011 and is based in Amersham, United Kingdom.
CNS Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
21.00 p
▲(189.66% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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