Chesnara PLC (GB:CSN)
LSE:CSN
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CSN Stock Chart & Stats
312.00 p
-1.66 p(-0.64%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
312.00 p
-1.66 p(-0.64%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range244.91 p - 335.00 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume16.93K
Average Volume (3M)513.47K
Market Cap
£756.59M
Enterprise Value804.86M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£145.30M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£205.30M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.68
Next Earnings
Oct 05, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield8.03%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.05
Shares Outstanding231,032,990
10 Day Avg. Volume619,890
30 Day Avg. Volume513,471
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.20
Price to Book (P/B)1.10
Price to Sales (P/S)0.62
P/FCF Ratio-2.67
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£234.07Price Target Upside-24.98% Downside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)0.19
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong CapitalisationReported very low debt relative to equity in 2025 gives Chesnara durable balance-sheet flexibility. Low leverage supports regulatory capital buffers, funds bolt-on acquisitions from retained capital, and reduces refinancing risk, improving resilience to long-tail insurance shocks.
Consolidator Business ModelChesnara’s closed-book consolidator model creates long-duration, predictable policy cashflows and recurring fee income. Scale in administration and run-off portfolios allows expense management and portfolio management advantages that can sustain returns over multi-year horizons.
Demonstrated Cash Generation PotentialThe group has shown it can convert run-off portfolios into positive operating cash flow (notably 2024) and deliver top-line recovery into 2025. This demonstrates the underlying business can generate distributable and reinvestable cash when experience and timing align.
Bears Say
Unstable Cash FlowRepeated negative operating and free cash flow in several years and a material 2025 outflow indicate cash conversion is inconsistent. For a run-off insurer, volatile cash flow undermines predictable dividend capacity, acquisition financing, and capital planning over the medium term.
Inconsistent ProfitabilityProfitability has been uneven, with thin margins even in profitable years and a net loss in 2025. This inconsistency weakens internal capital generation, makes long-term dividend coverage uncertain, and raises reliance on periodic gains or one-offs to meet targets.
Revenue And Leverage VariabilityWide swings in revenue and a history of materially higher leverage mean forecasting and stress-testing are harder. Prior moderate leverage periods show the group has in the past depended more on debt, which could constrain strategic moves if cash generation lapses or acquisitions require capital.
Chesnara News
CSN FAQ
What was Chesnara PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Chesnara PLC lowest share price was 244.91 p and its highest was 335.00 p in the past 12 months.
What is Chesnara PLC’s market cap?
Chesnara PLC’s market cap is £756.59M.
When is Chesnara PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Chesnara PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 05, 2026 which is in 113 days.
How were Chesnara PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Chesnara PLC released its earnings results on Mar 24, 2026. The company reported 0.002 p earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of 0.065 p by -0.063 p.
Is Chesnara PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Chesnara PLC’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Chesnara PLC pay dividends?
Chesnara PLC pays a Semiannually dividend of 14.8 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 8.03%. See more information on Chesnara PLC dividends here
What is Chesnara PLC’s EPS estimate?
Chesnara PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Chesnara PLC have?
Chesnara PLC has 231,032,990 shares outstanding.
What happened to Chesnara PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Chesnara PLC reported an EPS of 0.002 p in its last earnings report, missing expectations of 0.065 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.848%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Chesnara PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:CSN
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Chesnara Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
£234.07 (-24.98% Downside)
£234.07 (-24.98% Downside)
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth £241.7K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
34.87%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-2.43%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
14.28%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Chesnara PLC
Chesnara plc, encompassing its various operating companies, specializes in providing life insurance and pension services, primarily serving clients in the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Sweden. The firm conducts its business through several key divisions: CA, Movestic, Waard Group, and Scildon. Chesnara offers coverage for life-related eventualities such as death, disability, health issues, and accidents. Additionally, it manages a diverse portfolio of investment contracts designed to meet customers' savings and retirement objectives through asset management, and also provides general insurance products. Its offerings are mainly distributed via independent financial advisers. Chesnara plc was founded in 2003 and its main office is situated in Preston, UK.
CSN Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
234.07 p
▼(-24.98% Downside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
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