PHQ Stock Chart & Stats
€1.49
€0.06(4.65%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
€1.49
€0.06(4.65%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range€1.15 - €2.18
Previous CloseN/A
Volume25.00
Average Volume (3M)827.00
Market Cap
€496.77M
Enterprise Value€555.54M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)€52.85M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)€55.34M
Price to Earnings (P/E)7.6
Beta0.59
Next Earnings
Mar 03, 2027EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.15
Shares Outstanding374,642,670
10 Day Avg. Volume314
30 Day Avg. Volume827
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.76
Price to Book (P/B)3.34
Price to Sales (P/S)2.25
P/FCF Ratio24.77
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)0.16
Revenue Forecast (FY)€381.00M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Revenue And Profit ExpansionThe substantial recovery in revenue and net income since 2021 demonstrates that ME Group has rebuilt earnings power after the loss year. A larger operating base can support continued investment in its unattended-service network and provide a stronger platform for compounding profitability.
Deleveraging And Stronger Capital BaseMaterial debt reduction alongside rising equity strengthens financial resilience and gives ME Group greater flexibility to fund equipment deployment, maintain its installed base, and withstand operating variability. Lower leverage should also reduce balance-sheet pressure and improve the durability of shareholder returns.
Strong Operating Cash GenerationConsistently strong operating cash flow indicates that ME Group’s core unattended-services model converts customer transactions into substantial cash generation. This supports ongoing operations, equipment investment, and capital allocation while reducing reliance on external financing for the business.
Bears Say
Weak And Declining Free Cash FlowThe recent decline and volatility in free cash flow reduce the quality of earnings conversion, even though operating cash flow remains strong. Less surplus cash after investment could constrain equipment rollout, capital returns, or the company’s ability to absorb periods of weaker operating performance.
Decelerating Revenue GrowthSlowing top-line growth suggests that the strong post-2021 recovery is moderating. If this lower growth rate persists, ME Group may have fewer opportunities to leverage its installed base, while fixed operating costs and investment requirements could place greater pressure on future profit expansion.
Reduced FY2026 Profit OutlookA lowered FY2026 profit expectation signals that management sees a meaningful near-term challenge to earnings delivery. The update weakens confidence in the pace of profit growth over coming quarters and indicates that recent operating conditions may affect the company’s financial trajectory.
ME Group International News
PHQ FAQ
What was ME Group International’s price range in the past 12 months?
ME Group International lowest stock price was €1.15 and its highest was €2.18 in the past 12 months.
What is ME Group International’s market cap?
ME Group International’s market cap is €496.77M.
When is ME Group International’s upcoming earnings report date?
ME Group International’s upcoming earnings report date is Mar 03, 2027 which is in 128 days.
How were ME Group International’s earnings last quarter?
ME Group International released its earnings results on Jul 13, 2026. The company reported €0.076 earnings per share for the quarter.
Is ME Group International overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts ME Group International’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does ME Group International pay dividends?
ME Group International does not currently pay dividends.
What is ME Group International’s EPS estimate?
ME Group International’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does ME Group International have?
ME Group International has 374,642,670 shares outstanding.
What happened to ME Group International’s price movement after its last earnings report?
ME Group International reported an EPS of €0.076 in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 17.647%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of ME Group International?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:PHQ
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
ME Group International Stock Smart Score
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Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
DE:PHQ Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 62%
Sector Average 62%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-38.31%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
26.96%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
5.07%
Trailing 12-Months
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Company Description
ME Group International
Established in 1962 and based in Epsom, United Kingdom, ME Group International plc specializes in the operation, sale, and upkeep of various instant-service machines. The company, formerly known as Photo-Me International plc until its rebranding in August 2022, serves customers across the United Kingdom, Continental Europe, Ireland, and Asia. Its equipment range includes automatic, coin-operated photobooths, used for both official identification and leisure, alongside a broad selection of vending units. This diverse vending portfolio encompasses digital photo kiosks, self-service laundry facilities, business service apparatus, amusement machines, and children's rides. As of October 31, 2021, the group's network comprised 27,867 photobooths and 43,817 vending machines.
Technical Analysis
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