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BB Stock Chart & Stats
€51.60
€0.00(0.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
€51.60
€0.00(0.00%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range€46.20 - €60.40
Previous CloseN/A
Volume4.88K
Average Volume (3M)25.13K
Market Cap
€2.39B
Enterprise Value€2.20B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)€469.01M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)€318.00M
Price to Earnings (P/E)28.0
Beta0.60
Next Earnings
Jul 29, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield9.08%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)2.10
Shares Outstanding40,861,313
10 Day Avg. Volume26,290
30 Day Avg. Volume25,126
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.42
Price to Book (P/B)1.27
Price to Sales (P/S)1.01
P/FCF Ratio9.54
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
€52.00Price Target Upside0.78% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering2
EPS Forecast (FY)4.61
Revenue Forecast (FY)€2.02B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Free Cash Flow GenerationSociété BIC converts earnings into cash efficiently: €222M FCF in 2025 and FCF ~2.6x reported net income. Sustained strong cash conversion supports ongoing dividends, funds working capital and capex, and provides a buffer versus operating margin volatility over the medium term.
Conservative Balance Sheet / Low LeverageLow leverage and sizable equity capital provide financial flexibility. With debt-to-equity near 0.19 and limited balance-sheet risk, BIC can fund operations, absorb shocks, maintain dividends, or selectively invest/M&A without immediate refinancing pressure, supporting stability over months.
Durable Mass-market Business ModelBIC's portfolio of everyday consumables (pens, lighters, shavers) is anchored in repeat purchases and broad retail distribution. High-volume, value-priced products and steady gross margins provide structural demand resilience and scale-driven cost advantages across economic cycles.
Bears Say
Profitability DeteriorationMargins have materially compressed year-over-year, halving operating and net margins. This indicates pressure beneath gross profit—higher overhead, pricing/mix or promotional costs—and undermines earnings power, reducing retained earnings and long-term ability to grow shareholder payouts.
Top-line SoftnessSustained weak or declining revenue limits operating leverage and exacerbates margin stress. Without consistent top-line growth, BIC faces tougher choices—trade promotions, price competition, or investment—to regain volume, each of which can depress margins and slow recovery over a multi-month horizon.
Compressed Return On EquityROE has roughly halved in one year, signaling reduced efficiency in converting capital into profits. Persistently lower ROE can limit internal funding for growth or dividends, raise scrutiny over capital allocation, and pressure long-term investor returns if not reversed.
Societe BIC SA News
BB FAQ
What was Societe BIC SA’s price range in the past 12 months?
Societe BIC SA lowest stock price was €46.20 and its highest was €60.40 in the past 12 months.
What is Societe BIC SA’s market cap?
Societe BIC SA’s market cap is €2.39B.
When is Societe BIC SA’s upcoming earnings report date?
Societe BIC SA’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 29, 2026 which is in 22 days.
How were Societe BIC SA’s earnings last quarter?
Currently, no data Available
Is Societe BIC SA overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Societe BIC SA’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Societe BIC SA pay dividends?
Societe BIC SA pays a Annually dividend of €2.4 which represents an annual dividend yield of 9.08%. See more information on Societe BIC SA dividends here
What is Societe BIC SA’s EPS estimate?
Societe BIC SA’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Societe BIC SA have?
Societe BIC SA has 40,861,313 shares outstanding.
What happened to Societe BIC SA’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Currently, no data Available
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Societe BIC SA?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in FR:BB
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Company Description
Societe BIC SA
Société BIC S.A. is a global manufacturer and distributor of consumer products, specializing in writing instruments, lighters, and personal care items. The company offers a broad array of stationery, including various pens (such as ballpoint, gel, fineliner, and felt-tip), pencils (graphite, mechanical, and coloring), markers, sticky notes, whiteboards, correction products, and a selection of art and craft supplies like crayons and watercolors. Within its personal care division, BIC produces razors, refillable shaving systems, and related creams and lotions. Its lighter range features a variety of options, from standard pocket and utility lighters to decorative and multipurpose designs. Beyond these core categories, BIC also supplies other consumer goods, including hosiery, batteries, and promotional merchandise. The company's operational scope extends further to include delivery services, industrial equipment manufacturing, the development and distribution of IT solutions, and involvement in real estate and insurance. BIC's products are marketed worldwide under well-known brands such as BIC, BIC Kids, Cello, RocketBook, Tipp-Ex, and DJEEP. These goods reach consumers through a diverse network that encompasses mass-market retailers, traditional stores, office product suppliers, and its dedicated e-commerce platform. Société BIC S.A. was founded in 1944 and is headquartered in Clichy, France.
BB Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
€52.00
▲(0.78% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
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