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MKS Stock Chart & Stats
394.80 p
7.47 p(1.96%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
394.80 p
7.47 p(1.96%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range301.10 p - 429.40 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.60M
Average Volume (3M)8.03M
Market Cap
£8.40B
Enterprise Value9.46B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£1.01B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£3.42B
Price to Earnings (P/E)33.0
Beta1.17
Next Earnings
Nov 04, 2026EPS Estimate
0.13Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.03%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.12
Shares Outstanding2,080,557,900
10 Day Avg. Volume6,861,139
30 Day Avg. Volume8,030,644
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-1.96
Price to Book (P/B)2.27
Price to Sales (P/S)0.40
P/FCF Ratio15.27
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£454.00Price Target Upside14.99% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering7
EPS Forecast (FY)0.33
Revenue Forecast (FY)£19.04B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Revenue RecoverySustained top-line growth indicates that M&S is rebuilding customer demand and strengthening its position across Clothing & Home and Food. Continued revenue expansion provides a broader base for operating leverage, supports reinvestment, and improves the durability of earnings recovery over the next several quarters.
Food Market-share GainsFood is demonstrating durable customer traction through higher volumes, market-share gains, product upgrades, and increased reach through Ocado. This supports a stronger competitive position in a recurring grocery category and gives M&S a dependable growth engine alongside its more cyclical fashion business.
Planned Capacity InvestmentThe investment programme targets stores, supply-chain capacity, and digital technology rather than short-term financial engineering. New food locations and distribution infrastructure can expand sales capacity and improve service, while management’s stated return hurdles provide a framework for disciplined long-term execution.
Bears Say
Margin CompressionThe sharp reduction in profitability shows that revenue growth is not currently translating proportionately into earnings. Persistent cost or pricing pressure could limit operating leverage, reduce the returns generated by expansion, and make future profit growth more dependent on successful efficiency and mix improvements.
Weaker Cash ConversionPositive cash generation remains a strength, but the recent deterioration reduces financial flexibility compared with prior years. Lower conversion leaves less internally generated funding for debt reduction and planned investment, increasing the importance of restoring margins and controlling working-capital and capital-spending demands.
Structural Cost HeadwindsThe combination of tax, packaging, employment, and food-regulation costs creates a broad pressure on sustainable profitability rather than a single temporary expense. These headwinds may require price increases, productivity gains, or lower margins, complicating management’s ability to protect value and fund growth.
Marks and Spencer News
MKS FAQ
What was Marks and Spencer’s price range in the past 12 months?
Marks and Spencer lowest share price was 301.10 p and its highest was 429.40 p in the past 12 months.
What is Marks and Spencer’s market cap?
Marks and Spencer’s market cap is £8.40B.
When is Marks and Spencer’s upcoming earnings report date?
Marks and Spencer’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 04, 2026 which is in 6 days.
How were Marks and Spencer’s earnings last quarter?
Marks and Spencer released its earnings results on May 20, 2026. The company reported 0.174 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of 0.157 p by 0.017 p.
Is Marks and Spencer overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Marks and Spencer’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Marks and Spencer pay dividends?
Marks and Spencer pays a Semiannually dividend of 3 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.03%. See more information on Marks and Spencer dividends here
What is Marks and Spencer’s EPS estimate?
Marks and Spencer’s EPS estimate is 0.13.
How many shares outstanding does Marks and Spencer have?
Marks and Spencer has 2,080,557,900 shares outstanding.
What happened to Marks and Spencer’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Marks and Spencer reported an EPS of 0.174 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of 0.157 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 6.64%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Marks and Spencer?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:MKS
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
Marks and Spencer Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
£454.00 (14.99% Upside)
£454.00 (14.99% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
GB:MKS Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 59%
Sector Average 59%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
1.92%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
8.86%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
14.66%
Trailing 12-Months
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Company Description
Marks and Spencer
Marks and Spencer Group plc is a prominent and diversified retailer, organizing its operations across five key segments: UK Clothing & Home, UK Food, International, Ocado, and a collective 'All Other' division. The company's food offerings are extensive, spanning fresh produce, protein deli items, dairy products, ambient goods, in-store baked selections, prepared meals, desserts, frozen foods, and a dedicated hospitality and 'Food on the Move' range. Beyond food, M&S supplies a wide array of clothing, including womenswear, menswear, lingerie, and kids' wear, alongside various home products. Its service portfolio extends to financial solutions like credit cards, payment systems, insurance, savings, and loans, as well as renewable energy services. The group also engages in real estate investment and development, oversees international franchise agreements, conducts online sales, and exports its merchandise.
MKS Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
454.00 p
▲(14.99% Upside)







