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BAB Stock Chart & Stats
1092.50 p
19.50 p(1.74%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
1092.50 p
19.50 p(1.74%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range902.40 p - 1,527.00 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume424.32K
Average Volume (3M)1.42M
Market Cap
£4.88B
Enterprise Value6.22K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£739.90M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£1.10B
Price to Earnings (P/E)23.3
Beta1.37
Next Earnings
Nov 19, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield0.76%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.42
Shares Outstanding491,388,550
10 Day Avg. Volume1,414,769
30 Day Avg. Volume1,415,792
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-1.93
Price to Book (P/B)9.46
Price to Sales (P/S)1.12
P/FCF Ratio22.06
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£1,376.00Price Target Upside25.95% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering6
EPS Forecast (FY)0.65
Revenue Forecast (FY)£5.49B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Organic Growth And Margin ExpansionGrowth above management’s mid-single-digit target, combined with expanding operating margins, indicates improving execution and stronger profitability. Sustaining these gains would support earnings growth across Babcock’s long-term defence, nuclear and aviation service franchises.
Strong Cash GenerationRobust cash conversion gives Babcock capacity to fund investment, reduce leverage and support shareholder returns without relying solely on external financing. The improvement also strengthens resilience as the company manages complex, long-duration programmes.
Long-Term Contract VisibilityHigh revenue cover and multi-year government and defence support contracts provide visibility beyond individual reporting periods. This recurring, mission-critical service model can support durable revenue and reduce dependence on short-term customer demand.
Bears Say
Elevated Financial LeverageAlthough leverage has improved from earlier years, debt remains significant relative to equity. This limits financial flexibility and leaves Babcock more exposed to refinancing conditions, cash-flow volatility and earnings setbacks than conservatively financed peers.
Type 31 Programme Cost OverrunThe charge highlights execution and cost-control risk in complex fixed-price programmes. Even though management says the cash impact is absorbed within guidance, further productivity or rectification issues could pressure margins and consume future cash generation.
Thin And Volatile ProfitabilityBabcock’s low margins provide limited protection against contract slippage, inflation or delivery problems. The history of losses also shows that earnings are sensitive to programme dynamics, making consistent profitability dependent on disciplined execution.
Babcock International News
BAB FAQ
What was Babcock International’s price range in the past 12 months?
Babcock International lowest share price was 902.40 p and its highest was 1527.00 p in the past 12 months.
What is Babcock International’s market cap?
Babcock International’s market cap is £4.88B.
When is Babcock International’s upcoming earnings report date?
Babcock International’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 19, 2026 which is in 75 days.
How were Babcock International’s earnings last quarter?
Babcock International released its earnings results on Jun 22, 2026. The company reported 0.085 p earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of 0.248 p by -0.163 p.
Is Babcock International overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Babcock International’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Babcock International pay dividends?
Babcock International pays a Semiannually dividend of 5 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.76%. See more information on Babcock International dividends here
What is Babcock International’s EPS estimate?
Babcock International’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Babcock International have?
Babcock International has 491,388,550 shares outstanding.
What happened to Babcock International’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Babcock International reported an EPS of 0.085 p in its last earnings report, missing expectations of 0.248 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -5.889%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Babcock International?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:BAB
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
Babcock International Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
£1,376.00 (25.95% Upside)
£1,376.00 (25.95% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
GB:BAB Sentiment 100%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth £2.5M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-6.63%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
0.76%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
6.50%
Trailing 12-Months
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Company Description
Babcock International
Babcock International Group PLC is a prominent provider of specialized services to the aerospace, defense, and security industries, operating globally with a presence in the United Kingdom, Europe, Africa, North America, and Australasia. The company structures its diverse operations across four key divisions: Marine, Nuclear, Land, and Aviation. Its core capabilities encompass the design, procurement, operation, and ongoing management of vital utility and process equipment. Babcock also offers extensive asset management solutions, specialized defense and maritime training, intelligence services, equipment and system support, and the oversight of facilities and infrastructure, including the provision of naval platforms. The company provides complete lifecycle support, from initial design and manufacturing, for various mechanical and electrical systems and equipment. Within its Marine and Nuclear segments, Babcock delivers naval architecture, complex engineering, and project management expertise. This extends to supporting submarine fleets, executing intricate decommissioning programs, providing critical training and operational support, managing new build projects, and undertaking design and installation services. The Land division focuses on managing essential vehicle fleets, delivering equipment support and training to both military and civilian clients. It is also responsible for the entire lifecycle, from design and assessment through manufacturing, installation, maintenance, and decommissioning, of specialized vehicles for police, fire, ambulance, civil service, military, and other security organizations. Furthermore, this segment is involved in plain line track renewal and provides engineering services for railway projects, including signaling, telecommunications, and on-track plant operations. Finally, the Aviation division supplies crucial engineering services to defense and civil customers, such as pilot training, equipment sustainment, and airbase management, alongside operating aviation fleets dedicated to providing emergency services. Established in 1891, Babcock International Group PLC is based in London, United Kingdom.
BAB Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
1,376.00 p
▲(25.95% Upside)






