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CPG Stock Chart & Stats
$30.80
$0.35(1.16%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$30.80
$0.35(1.16%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$26.00 - $35.16
Previous CloseN/A
Volume678.64K
Average Volume (3M)2.11M
Market Cap
$55.50B
Enterprise Value$55.45B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$523.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$9.13B
Price to Earnings (P/E)27.7
Beta0.45
Next Earnings
Nov 24, 2026EPS Estimate
0.75Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.06%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.20
Shares Outstanding1,700,449,800
10 Day Avg. Volume2,001,900
30 Day Avg. Volume2,107,156
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio10.50
Price to Book (P/B)7.18
Price to Sales (P/S)1.16
P/FCF Ratio18.37
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.00
Enterprise Value/Revenue1.14
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit2.94
Enterprise Value/Ebitda11.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$40.90Price Target Upside32.79% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering5
EPS Forecast (FY)1.63
Revenue Forecast (FY)$54.37B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Raised Guidance And Earnings GrowthThe combination of organic revenue growth, double-digit operating profit expansion and upgraded full-year guidance indicates strengthening operating momentum. Continued margin expansion and M&A contributions provide multiple support points for earnings growth over the next several quarters.
Strong Cash GenerationCash flow growing faster than profit demonstrates effective earnings conversion and gives Compass internal funding capacity. Disciplined capital expenditure and improving working-capital trends should support investment, dividends and debt management without relying solely on external financing.
Structural New-business MomentumStrong new-business wins, particularly from first-time outsourcing customers, point to an expanding addressable opportunity rather than only short-term pricing benefits. This supports future revenue visibility and can strengthen scale advantages across procurement and service delivery.
Bears Say
Recent Revenue ContractionThe latest 18% revenue decline shows that Compass’s longer-term growth record has not translated consistently into the most recent period. If not reversed, weaker top-line performance could limit operating leverage, reduce investment flexibility and temper future profit expansion.
Leverage Above TargetLeverage above the stated target range reduces financial flexibility after recent acquisitions and leaves more earnings exposed to interest costs. The expected full-year interest expense of about $350 million could constrain capital allocation until debt metrics move back toward target.
Retention VolatilityQuarterly retention weakness introduces uncertainty around the durability of Compass’s recurring customer base and future organic growth. Even with a strong 12-month retention rate, continued volatility could increase replacement-sales needs and make net-new business performance less predictable.
CPG FAQ
What was Compass Group PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Compass Group PLC lowest share price was $26.00 and its highest was $35.16 in the past 12 months.
What is Compass Group PLC’s market cap?
Compass Group PLC’s market cap is $55.50B.
When is Compass Group PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Compass Group PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 24, 2026 which is in 32 days.
How were Compass Group PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Compass Group PLC released its earnings results on May 11, 2026. The company reported $0.728 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.715 by $0.013.
Is Compass Group PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Compass Group PLC’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Compass Group PLC pay dividends?
Compass Group PLC pays a Semiannually dividend of $0.003 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.06%. See more information on Compass Group PLC dividends here
What is Compass Group PLC’s EPS estimate?
Compass Group PLC’s EPS estimate is 0.75.
How many shares outstanding does Compass Group PLC have?
Compass Group PLC has 1,700,449,800 shares outstanding.
What happened to Compass Group PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Compass Group PLC reported an EPS of $0.728 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.715. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.34%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Compass Group PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:CPG
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
Compass Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$40.90 (32.79% Upside)
$40.90 (32.79% Upside)
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-2.69%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
26.12%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
18.21%
Trailing 12-Months
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Company Description
Compass Group PLC
Compass Group PLC is a global provider of food and diverse support services, with operations spanning North America, Europe, and various other international regions. Its comprehensive suite of offerings includes facility management such as hospital cleaning and grounds maintenance for educational institutions. The company also provides reception services for corporate offices and oversees the management of remote operational sites, among other solutions. Compass Group caters to a broad spectrum of clients, encompassing sectors like business and industry, healthcare and senior living, educational establishments, sports and leisure venues, and specialist areas such as defense, offshore operations, and remote locations. Established in 1941, its headquarters are located in Chertsey, United Kingdom.
CPG Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$40.90
▲(32.79% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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