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FW Thorpe Plc (GB:TFW)
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FW Thorpe Plc (TFW) Price & Analysis

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TFW Stock Chart & Stats

255.00 p
8.00 p(3.13%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
255.00 p
8.00 p(3.13%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Very Low Leverage And Strong Financial FlexibilityA conservative balance sheet gives FW Thorpe meaningful resilience through weaker demand and preserves flexibility to fund investment, maintain dividends, or pursue opportunities. Growing equity and steady returns on equity further indicate that the group has built financial strength without relying heavily on debt.
Durable Profitability And Healthy MarginsConsistently healthy gross, operating, and net margins indicate that FW Thorpe retains value in its professional lighting products and engineered solutions. Margin durability supports internal cash generation and provides a buffer against demand softness, although continued revenue contraction could eventually pressure returns.
Positive Operating Cash Flow And Generally Sound Earnings QualityRegularly positive operating and free cash flow provide tangible support for the reported profits and help finance operations without dependence on external funding. Cash flow that usually tracks a substantial share of net income suggests earnings are generally converted into usable financial resources over time.
Bears Say
Revenue Contraction And Weakening Demand MomentumThe shift from earlier expansion to declining revenue signals weaker demand across the group’s lighting markets and reduces the near-term operating leverage available from its established cost base. If the contraction persists, it could eventually weaken margins, returns on equity, and investment capacity.
Volatile Free Cash Flow With A Steep 2026 DeclineUnstable free cash flow makes the timing of internally funded investment, dividends, and other capital allocation less predictable even though annual cash generation remains positive. The sharp 2026 decline suggests working-capital movements or investment needs can materially affect financial flexibility from year to year.
Inconsistent Cash Conversion From EarningsCash conversion below net income in most periods indicates that accounting profits do not consistently become operating cash at the same pace. This can constrain the reliability of funds available for reinvestment and shareholder returns, particularly while revenue is declining and free cash flow is volatile.

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TFW FAQ

What was FW Thorpe Plc’s price range in the past 12 months?
FW Thorpe Plc lowest share price was 240.00 p and its highest was 320.00 p in the past 12 months.
    What is FW Thorpe Plc’s market cap?
    FW Thorpe Plc’s market cap is £286.88M.
      When is FW Thorpe Plc’s upcoming earnings report date?
      FW Thorpe Plc’s upcoming earnings report date is Mar 18, 2027 which is in 138 days.
        How were FW Thorpe Plc’s earnings last quarter?
        FW Thorpe Plc released its earnings results on Oct 01, 2026. The company reported 0.16 p earnings per share for the quarter.
          Is FW Thorpe Plc overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts FW Thorpe Plc’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does FW Thorpe Plc pay dividends?
            FW Thorpe Plc pays a Annually dividend of 5.53 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.73%. See more information on FW Thorpe Plc dividends here
              What is FW Thorpe Plc’s EPS estimate?
              FW Thorpe Plc’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does FW Thorpe Plc have?
              FW Thorpe Plc has 112,061,905 shares outstanding.
                What happened to FW Thorpe Plc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                FW Thorpe Plc reported an EPS of 0.16 p in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.487%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of FW Thorpe Plc?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:TFW
                  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

                    FW Thorpe Plc Stock Smart Score

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                    Underperform
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                    Technicals

                    SMA
                    Negative
                    20 days / 200 days
                    Momentum
                    -11.34%
                    12-Months-Change

                    Fundamentals

                    Return on Equity
                    14.19%
                    Trailing 12-Months
                    Asset Growth
                    -2.48%
                    Trailing 12-Months
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                    Company Description

                    FW Thorpe Plc

                    FW Thorpe Plc, along with its various operating companies, stands as a global leader in the design, production, and distribution of professional lighting equipment, serving customers across the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, other European nations, and international territories. The company offers a wide spectrum of lighting and control systems, encompassing recessed, surface-mounted, and suspended luminaires, as well as essential emergency lighting setups, robust solutions for hazardous areas, and both high and low bay fixtures. Their portfolio also includes advanced lighting controls and diverse exterior lighting products, all tailored for sectors such as commercial, industrial, educational, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, display, and hospitality. Further expanding its reach, FW Thorpe Plc provides vital emergency exit signage and lighting systems for commercial, hospitality, and healthcare environments. They also specialize in clean room lighting equipment and luminaires designed for stringent applications in laboratories, pharmaceutical and semiconductor manufacturing facilities, hospitals, kitchens, and food preparation zones. Additionally, the company supplies illumination solutions to the advertising, brewery, retail, and sign lighting industries. For outdoor and public infrastructure, their offerings include street lighting, external wall and ceiling luminaires, amenity lighting products, and cutting-edge LED road and tunnel luminaires, addressing needs in infrastructure, housing, and car park facilities. These comprehensive lighting solutions are marketed under prominent brands such as Thorlux Lighting, Philip Payne, Solite, Portland Lighting, TRT Lighting, Lightronics, Famostar, and Luxintec. Established in 1936, FW Thorpe Plc is headquartered in Redditch, United Kingdom.

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