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LTHM Stock Chart & Stats
985.00 p
-10.00 p(-0.87%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
985.00 p
-10.00 p(-0.87%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range910.00 p - 1,220.00 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume9.31K
Average Volume (3M)15.37K
Market Cap
£219.79M
Enterprise Value157.94M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£51.20M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£7.77M
Price to Earnings (P/E)12.6
Beta0.52
Next Earnings
Nov 26, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.62%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.92
Shares Outstanding20,160,000
10 Day Avg. Volume12,884
30 Day Avg. Volume15,373
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.00
Price to Book (P/B)0.00
Price to Sales (P/S)0.00
P/FCF Ratio0.00
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)0.93
Revenue Forecast (FY)£381.90M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Very Low Leverage / Strong Balance SheetVery low leverage and steadily growing equity provide durable financial flexibility: the company can absorb demand swings, support dividends or opportunistic capex, and withstand supplier or customer stress without needing immediate external financing, improving resilience.
Consistent Positive Returns On EquitySustained ROE near mid-single digits indicates the business still generates acceptable returns from existing capital. This supports reinvestment and shareholder distributions while reflecting operational competence across cycles in distribution and processing.
Distribution Network And Value-added ServicesA nationwide distribution network plus cutting, machining and sizing services creates customer stickiness and margin capture. Value-added processing differentiates commodity distribution, enabling higher-margin product mix and long-term relationships with construction and manufacturing customers.
Bears Say
Negative Free Cash Flow In 2026A shift to negative free cash flow reduces financial flexibility for dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment. Even with low debt, recurring negative FCF forces tradeoffs or use of cash reserves, constraining strategic investments and increasing vulnerability if the trend persists.
Margin Compression And Earnings DeclineSustained margin erosion suggests structural pressures on pricing, input costs, or product mix. Lower margins undermine the company's ability to fund growth and returns, making profits more sensitive to volume swings and reducing the cushion against cost shocks.
Volatile Cash Generation / Working-capital DragVolatile FCF driven by capex or inventory swings increases forecasting risk and may force higher liquidity buffers. Persistent working-capital drag raises financing needs, ties up capital in stock to serve customers, and limits capacity to fund growth without tapping balance sheet resources.
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LTHM FAQ
What was James Latham PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
James Latham PLC lowest share price was 910.00 p and its highest was 1220.00 p in the past 12 months.
What is James Latham PLC’s market cap?
James Latham PLC’s market cap is £219.79M.
When is James Latham PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
James Latham PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 26, 2026 which is in 145 days.
How were James Latham PLC’s earnings last quarter?
James Latham PLC released its earnings results on Jul 02, 2026. The company reported 0.444 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by 0.444 p.
Is James Latham PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts James Latham PLC’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does James Latham PLC pay dividends?
James Latham PLC pays a Semiannually dividend of 28.6 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.62%. See more information on James Latham PLC dividends here
What is James Latham PLC’s EPS estimate?
James Latham PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does James Latham PLC have?
James Latham PLC has 20,160,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to James Latham PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
James Latham PLC reported an EPS of 0.444 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 8.333%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of James Latham PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:LTHM
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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James Latham Stock Smart Score
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Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-18.72%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
7.92%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
3.62%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
James Latham PLC
James Latham plc, operating with its subsidiaries, functions as a key importer and distributor of timber, panel products, and decorative surface materials. Its extensive operations cover the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland, broader Europe, and various international markets. The company's comprehensive product portfolio includes a wide array of panels, melamine, veneers, laminates, solid surfaces, door blanks, plastics, hardwoods, engineered wood products, softwoods, flooring solutions, decking and cladding materials, modified timbers and panels, fire-rated panels, advanced technical panels, and protective treatments, alongside architectural mouldings and custom components. James Latham serves a diverse clientele across sectors such as construction and housing, retail, transport, exhibitions, and other specialist industries. Established in 1757, the firm is headquartered in Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom.
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