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BNZL Stock Chart & Stats
2786.00 p
17.00 p(0.61%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
2786.00 p
17.00 p(0.61%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range1,981.00 p - 2,886.00 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume184.27K
Average Volume (3M)1.01M
Market Cap
£8.98B
Enterprise Value9.10K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£540.10M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£2.90B
Price to Earnings (P/E)19.7
Beta0.26
Next Earnings
Sep 01, 2026EPS Estimate
0.82Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.66%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.41
Shares Outstanding324,300,930
10 Day Avg. Volume623,722
30 Day Avg. Volume1,012,169
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-2.45
Price to Book (P/B)2.42
Price to Sales (P/S)0.57
P/FCF Ratio8.81
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£2,663.75Price Target Upside-4.39% Downside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering8
EPS Forecast (FY)1.83
Revenue Forecast (FY)£12.22B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Recurring Consumables Distribution ModelBunzl supplies essential non-food consumables that customers must repeatedly replenish. Its broad distribution, dependable delivery and consolidated ordering can increase customer stickiness and support recurring revenue across diverse end markets.
Strong Cash GenerationHigh cash conversion indicates that reported earnings are supported by real cash generation. This gives Bunzl capacity to fund acquisitions, dividends, debt reduction and operational investment while retaining flexibility through business cycles.
Disciplined Acquisition-led ExpansionBunzl has a long record of bolt-on acquisitions that broaden its geographic reach, customer base and product range. Continued target availability, purchasing scale and integration synergies provide a durable avenue for growth beyond underlying market demand.
Bears Say
Margin And Earnings PressureLower operating margins and earnings show that cost inflation, business mix and execution challenges are currently limiting profit conversion. Management expects the 2026 margin to decline slightly again, suggesting near-term recovery may remain gradual.
North America Execution WeaknessNorth America represents about 30% of group revenue, so execution problems there have material group-wide consequences. Reduced local agility and wallet-share loss may require sustained remediation before regional profitability and growth fully recover.
Meaningful Leverage And Finance CostsAlthough debt declined and net debt to EBITDA was around 2.0x, leverage remains significant for a low-margin distributor. Higher financing costs reduce earnings resilience and leave less flexibility if demand weakens or acquisition integration requires additional investment.
BNZL FAQ
What was Bunzl PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Bunzl PLC lowest share price was 1981.00 p and its highest was 2886.00 p in the past 12 months.
What is Bunzl PLC’s market cap?
Bunzl PLC’s market cap is £8.98B.
When is Bunzl PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Bunzl PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 01, 2026 which is in 3 days.
How were Bunzl PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Bunzl PLC released its earnings results on Mar 02, 2026. The company reported 1.012 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of 0.979 p by 0.033 p.
Is Bunzl PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Bunzl PLC’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Bunzl PLC pay dividends?
Bunzl PLC pays a Semiannually dividend of 53.9 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.66%. See more information on Bunzl PLC dividends here
What is Bunzl PLC’s EPS estimate?
Bunzl PLC’s EPS estimate is 0.82.
How many shares outstanding does Bunzl PLC have?
Bunzl PLC has 324,300,930 shares outstanding.
What happened to Bunzl PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Bunzl PLC reported an EPS of 1.012 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of 0.979 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.37%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Bunzl PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:BNZL
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
£2,663.75 (-4.39% Downside)
£2,663.75 (-4.39% Downside)
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth £152.0K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-30.54%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
2.66%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-9.92%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Bunzl PLC
Bunzl plc, a London-based company established in 1854, functions as an international distribution and services provider, operating across North America, Continental Europe, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and other global markets. The firm supplies a comprehensive range of products tailored to various business sectors. It caters to grocery, supermarket, and convenience stores with essential items like food packaging, films, labels, cleaning and hygiene supplies, and personal protective equipment. The hospitality industry, encompassing hotels, restaurants, contract caterers, food processors, commercial growers, and the leisure sector, benefits from its offerings of disposable tableware, guest amenities, catering equipment, agricultural supplies, hygiene products, and safety items. For industrial, construction, and e-commerce clients, Bunzl provides workwear such as gloves, boots, hard hats, ear and eye protection, alongside cleaning and hygiene supplies, and asset protection solutions. Additionally, the company furnishes cleaning and facilities management companies, as well as industrial and public customers, with chemicals and hygiene paper. In the healthcare sector, serving hospitals, care homes, and other facilities, Bunzl delivers critical medical equipment, including gloves, masks, swabs, gowns, bandages, and various healthcare devices. Finally, it supplies packaging and other operational store essentials to a wide array of retail outlets, from chains and boutiques to department stores, home improvement centers, office supply companies, and their associated e-commerce channels.
BNZL Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
2,663.75 p
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