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James Cropper (CRPR) Share Price & Analysis

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CRPR Stock Chart & Stats

GBX 765.00GBX 42.50(5.88%)
At close: 4:30 PM GMT
500 p600 p700 p800 pAug 17Sep 1Sep 14Sep 28Oct 12Oct 26Nov 9
Day’s Range
GBX 706.00 - GBX 770.00
52-Week Range
GBX 250.00 - GBX 850.00
Previous Close
GBX 722.50
Volume
N/A
Average Volume (3M)
22.97K
Market Cap
GBP 75.48M
Enterprise Value
GBP 61.55M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)
GBP 13.06M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)
GBP 21.11M
Price to Earnings (P/E)
24.1
Beta
0.43
Next Earnings
Jun 22, 2027 (Est.)
EPS Estimate
N/A
Next Dividend Ex-Date
Dec 03, 2026
Dividend Yield
N/A

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Cash Generation

Consistently positive operating cash flow and the shift to solidly positive free cash flow provide internal funding for reinvestment and debt reduction. The strong 2026 improvement increases financial flexibility and supports the company’s ability to sustain operations without relying as heavily on external capital.

Profitability Recovery

The return to positive earnings and operating profit in 2026 is a meaningful financial inflection after the prior-year loss. If maintained, improved profitability can strengthen cash generation, support reinvestment, and enhance resilience across the specialty paper and advanced materials businesses.

Balance Sheet Stability

Lower debt and higher equity improve balance sheet stability and provide greater capacity to absorb operating volatility. This financial position can support continued investment in specialty materials while reducing pressure to prioritize deleveraging over product development or commercial growth.

Bears Say

Earnings Volatility

The sequence of profits, losses, and a subsequent recovery demonstrates that earnings have not yet shown consistent durability. This volatility makes it harder to assess normalized margins and increases the risk that the latest improvement may not persist through the next business cycle.

Uneven Revenue Trend

The sharp 2024 revenue decline followed by broadly stable revenue through 2026 indicates that the recovery in profitability has not been accompanied by a sustained multi-year expansion in sales. Limited top-line momentum could constrain operating leverage and reduce scope for durable earnings growth.

Cash Flow Quality

Positive operating cash flow during loss-making periods suggests that working-capital timing has contributed to cash generation at times. If those benefits reverse, reported cash conversion could weaken, reducing the dependable funding available for investment, debt reduction, and other strategic priorities.

James Cropper News

CRPR FAQ

What was James Cropper’s price range in the past 12 months?
James Cropper lowest share price was 250.00 p and its highest was 850.00 p in the past 12 months.
What is James Cropper’s market cap?
James Cropper’s market cap is £75.48M.
When is James Cropper’s upcoming earnings report date?
The company’s upcoming earnings report date is not yet available.
How were James Cropper’s earnings last quarter?
James Cropper released its earnings results on Nov 11, 2026. The company reported 0.388 p earnings per share for the quarter.
Is James Cropper overvalued?
Not enough analysts have published a price target to calculate whether the price is overvalued.
Does James Cropper pay dividends?
James Cropper pays a semiannual dividend of 5 p which represents an annual dividend yield of ―. See more information on James Cropper dividends here
What is James Cropper’s EPS estimate?
James Cropper’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does James Cropper have?
James Cropper has 9,554,803 shares outstanding.
What happened to James Cropper’s price movement after its last earnings report?
James Cropper reported an EPS of 0.388 p in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -5.952%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of James Cropper?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:CRPR
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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