Serco Group plc (GB:SRP)
LSE:SRP
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SRP Stock Chart & Stats
303.40 p
-2.20 p(-1.42%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
303.40 p
-2.20 p(-1.42%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range187.60 p - 325.80 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume318.59K
Average Volume (3M)2.47M
Market Cap
£2.50B
Enterprise Value3.31B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£199.30M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£909.30M
Price to Earnings (P/E)17.5
Beta0.73
Next Earnings
Aug 06, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.27%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.15
Shares Outstanding989,468,570
10 Day Avg. Volume1,983,017
30 Day Avg. Volume2,474,055
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.08
Price to Book (P/B)3.23
Price to Sales (P/S)0.57
P/FCF Ratio6.97
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£344.67Price Target Upside13.60% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)0.18
Revenue Forecast (FY)£5.05B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Cash GenerationConsistent operating and free cash flow provides durable funding for dividends, buybacks and inorganic investment, and cushions working-capital swings common in government contracting. High cash conversion supports creditor confidence and funds integration/mobilization without immediate external financing.
Improving Balance Sheet / LeverageA materially lower leverage ratio compared with earlier years signals stronger capital structure and greater financial flexibility. Lower leverage reduces refinancing and interest-rate vulnerability, enabling strategic actions (buybacks, M&A funding, bid capacity) across economic cycles.
Strong Backlog And Defence WinsA decade-high GBP12.1bn pipeline and book-to-bill >100%, together with large defence contract wins, provide durable revenue visibility and bolster recurring contract flows. Defence's c.40% revenue mix and strong win rates diversify demand and underpin medium-term organic growth.
Bears Say
Thin Margins And Earnings VolatilityConsistently thin operating margins limit the company's ability to absorb cost inflation or unexpected mobilization costs. Historical earnings volatility (sharp 2024 dip) reduces predictability of profits and makes sustained margin expansion challenging without structural contract repricing.
Higher Net Debt And Financing CostsIncremental debt from the MT&S bolt‑on and shareholder returns raises net finance costs and interest sensitivity. Higher financing charges permanently reduce free cash available for reinvestment and margin recovery, and constrain bid flexibility if cash generation weakens.
Regional/Contract Headwinds And Timing RiskStructural declines in immigration-related revenues and APAC exits, plus timing delays on awards, reduce organic growth visibility and make the company more reliant on acquisitions and defence wins to hit targets. This concentration raises execution and timing risk over the medium term.
Serco Group plc News
SRP FAQ
What was Serco Group plc’s price range in the past 12 months?
Serco Group plc lowest share price was 187.60 p and its highest was 325.80 p in the past 12 months.
What is Serco Group plc’s market cap?
Serco Group plc’s market cap is £2.50B.
When is Serco Group plc’s upcoming earnings report date?
Serco Group plc’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 06, 2026 which is in 59 days.
How were Serco Group plc’s earnings last quarter?
Serco Group plc released its earnings results on Mar 05, 2026. The company reported 0.057 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by 0.057 p.
Is Serco Group plc overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Serco Group plc’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Serco Group plc pay dividends?
Serco Group plc pays a Semiannually dividend of 3.05 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.27%. See more information on Serco Group plc dividends here
What is Serco Group plc’s EPS estimate?
Serco Group plc’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Serco Group plc have?
Serco Group plc has 989,468,570 shares outstanding.
What happened to Serco Group plc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Serco Group plc reported an EPS of 0.057 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.791%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Serco Group plc?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:SRP
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Serco Group plc Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
£344.67 (13.60% Upside)
£344.67 (13.60% Upside)
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth £1.5M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
39.09%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
16.69%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
5.10%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Serco Group plc
Serco Group plc provides public services in the United Kingdom, Europe, North America, the Asia Pacific, and the Middle East. The company offers base and operational support engineering, and management and information, as well as nuclear, space, and maritime services for the defense sector; and custodial, immigration detention, and detainee transport and monitoring services for the justice and immigration sectors. It also provides rail, ferry, and cycle operations; road traffic management; and air traffic control services to the transportation sector, as well as integrated facilities management, pathology and non-clinical support, and patient administration and contact services for the health sector. In addition, the company offers citizen services, including contact centers and case management; middle, back office, and IT; and employment and skills services. The company serves the United Kingdom and Canadian governments, devolved authorities, and other public sector customers; and federal and civilian agencies, and various state and municipal governments. Serco Group plc was founded in 1929 and is based in Hook, the United Kingdom.
SRP Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
344.67 p
▲(13.60% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
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