James Fisher & Sons PLC (GB:FSJ)
LSE:FSJ
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FSJ Stock Chart & Stats
489.00 p
6.00 p(1.96%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
489.00 p
6.00 p(1.96%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range314.00 p - 554.00 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume284.00
Average Volume (3M)50.10K
Market Cap
£247.28M
Enterprise Value397.44M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£59.50M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£202.90M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.21
Next Earnings
Sep 09, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.09
Shares Outstanding50,621,500
10 Day Avg. Volume36,160
30 Day Avg. Volume50,099
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.39
Price to Book (P/B)1.01
Price to Sales (P/S)0.48
P/FCF Ratio5.28
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£790.00Price Target Upside61.55% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)0.22
Revenue Forecast (FY)£413.50M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Operating And Free Cash FlowConsistent positive operating cash flow and a material rise in free cash flow provide durable liquidity to support capex, vessel/equipment upkeep, and gradual debt reduction. This cash-generation capability cushions cyclical revenue swings and funds strategic investments without immediate refinancing.
Resilient Gross MarginsA maintained ~32.6% gross margin indicates the group retains pricing power or effective cost control at the service and manufacturing level. Durable gross-margin resilience supports longer-term recovery in operating profits once utilization and contract mix stabilize.
Marked Deleveraging Trend Since 2023The reduction in debt-to-equity from ~1.89 to ~1.02–1.09 reflects progress on balance-sheet repair. Improved leverage increases financial flexibility, lowers refinancing risk and interest burden, and strengthens the company's ability to pursue framework contracts and capital investments.
Bears Say
Revenue ContractionNearly 10% revenue decline signals demand weakness or loss of project volume. Sustained top-line contraction undermines operating leverage, makes fixed-cost coverage harder, and limits the company's ability to rebuild margins and reinvest without outsized margins or new long-term contracts.
Sharp Operating-profit DeteriorationA collapse in operating margin and a return to a small net loss show profitability is fragile. This volatility suggests margin drivers (utilization, contract mix, cost inflation) are not yet stabilized and that earnings can reverse quickly absent structural improvements.
Balance-sheet Still Meaningfully LeveragedAlthough improved, debt modestly above equity constrains strategic flexibility in a cyclical marine services industry. With cash-flow coverage of debt limited (~0.20–0.37 historically), meaningful deleveraging will likely be gradual and could limit ability to pursue larger contracts or M&A.
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FSJ FAQ
What was James Fisher & Sons PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
James Fisher & Sons PLC lowest share price was 314.00 p and its highest was 554.00 p in the past 12 months.
What is James Fisher & Sons PLC’s market cap?
James Fisher & Sons PLC’s market cap is £247.28M.
When is James Fisher & Sons PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
James Fisher & Sons PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 09, 2026 which is in 96 days.
How were James Fisher & Sons PLC’s earnings last quarter?
James Fisher & Sons PLC released its earnings results on Mar 12, 2026. The company reported -0.04 p earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -0.04 p.
Is James Fisher & Sons PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts James Fisher & Sons PLC’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does James Fisher & Sons PLC pay dividends?
James Fisher & Sons PLC pays a Semiannually dividend of 8 p which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on James Fisher & Sons PLC dividends here
What is James Fisher & Sons PLC’s EPS estimate?
James Fisher & Sons PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does James Fisher & Sons PLC have?
James Fisher & Sons PLC has 50,621,500 shares outstanding.
What happened to James Fisher & Sons PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
James Fisher & Sons PLC reported an EPS of -0.04 p in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.381%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of James Fisher & Sons PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:FSJ
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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James Fisher & Sons Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
5.38%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-2.37%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
0.53%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
James Fisher & Sons PLC
James Fisher and Sons plc provides marine and specialist engineering services worldwide. It operates through four segments: Marine Support, Specialist Technical, Offshore Oil, and Tankships. The company engages in the provision of ship-to-ship transfer services, aerospace engineering, fabrication, design and engineering hazardous area, marine projects, mechanical and electrical and designs, and specialist engineering and structures consultancy designs; provides inspection and monitoring services, such as condition monitoring, construction plant products, onshore geotechnical, hull stress, load cells, marine and offshore safety systems, non-destructive testing, nuclear plants, offshore wind management, PyroSentry, radiation detection equipment, strain rings, structural, and X-ray inspection systems; and offers lifting and handling services, including container weight systems, crane overload monitoring, hose and umbilical reelers, lifting equipment, load links and shackles, marine cranes, and winches and hoists. It offers marine services, which include digital solutions, fuels infrastructure, installation and commission, offshore personnel and wind management, operation and maintenance, ship agency, shoreside support, site and surface preparation, and vessel chartering services; anchor an chain monitoring, deck and mooring equipment, fendering and flotation, and mooring and towing load monitoring; building infrastructure and services, containerized systems, engineered containments, manipulators and tooling, mechanical and remote handling, radiation tolerant equipment, and remote inspection systems; and subsea equipment and submarine rescue products. In addition, it operates ports in Plymouth, the United Kingdom. James Fisher and Sons Plc was founded in 1847 and is headquartered in Barrow-in-Furness, the United Kingdom.
FSJ Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
790.00 p
▲(61.55% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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