Helical PLC (GB:HLCL)
LSE:HLCL
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HLCL Stock Chart & Stats
187.00 p
-0.26 p(-0.14%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
187.00 p
-0.26 p(-0.14%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range172.00 p - 240.50 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume942.00
Average Volume (3M)136.38K
Market Cap
£231.72M
Enterprise Value375.78M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£32.96M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£175.27M
Price to Earnings (P/E)40.2
Beta0.97
Next Earnings
Dec 01, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.71%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.05
Shares Outstanding123,335,200
10 Day Avg. Volume68,429
30 Day Avg. Volume136,377
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.47
Price to Book (P/B)0.50
Price to Sales (P/S)6.46
P/FCF Ratio858.78
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£243.00Price Target Upside29.95% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering2
EPS Forecast (FY)0.06
Revenue Forecast (FY)£19.10M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Balance-sheet StrengthA very low debt load versus a large equity base gives Helical durable financial flexibility: it can finance development cycles, absorb cyclical property market shocks, and pursue opportunistic acquisitions or repositionings without immediate reliance on external lenders.
Capital-recycling Business ModelA capital-recycling model supports sustainable value creation: selling and redeploying proceeds funds new developments and refurbishments, helping sustain returns and growth without permanent asset overhang, provided cash conversion and deal sourcing remain consistent.
Prime Urban Office Focus & RepositioningConcentration on high-quality urban offices and active repositioning drives durable competitive advantage: premium locations and upgraded product command higher rents and occupancy, supporting long-term income resilience as cities retain demand for well-located, sustainable workspace.
Bears Say
Weak Cash ConversionVery low operating and free cash flow versus reported profit undermines the firm's ability to fund capex, pay distributions, or recycle capital internally. Over time this forces reliance on asset disposals or external funding, increasing execution and refinancing risk for development plans.
Volatile Earnings And MarginsLarge multi-year swings in profitability and uneven margins reduce forecastability for cash flows and returns. This volatility complicates capital allocation, investor confidence and strategic partnerships, and increases the chance that short-term one-offs mask underlying operational weakness.
Unclear Deleveraging DriversA sudden, large drop in leverage may reflect one-off asset sales or accounting effects rather than a structural strategy, creating uncertainty about sustainability. If deleveraging is not repeatable, future cycles could require re-leveraging to fund development, increasing downside in stress periods.
Helical News
HLCL FAQ
What was Helical PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Helical PLC lowest share price was 172.00 p and its highest was 240.50 p in the past 12 months.
What is Helical PLC’s market cap?
Helical PLC’s market cap is £231.72M.
When is Helical PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Helical PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Dec 01, 2026 which is in 179 days.
How were Helical PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Helical PLC released its earnings results on May 22, 2026. The company reported 0.032 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by 0.032 p.
Is Helical PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Helical PLC’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Helical PLC pay dividends?
Helical PLC pays a Semiannually dividend of 1.5 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.71%. See more information on Helical PLC dividends here
What is Helical PLC’s EPS estimate?
Helical PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Helical PLC have?
Helical PLC has 123,335,200 shares outstanding.
What happened to Helical PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Helical PLC reported an EPS of 0.032 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.326%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Helical PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:HLCL
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Helical Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
£243.00 (29.95% Upside)
£243.00 (29.95% Upside)
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth £44.7K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
2.26%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
5.91%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
0.10%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Helical PLC
Helical plc engages in the investment, rental, and development of real estate properties in the United Kingdom. The company's property portfolio includes mixed use commercial/residential projects and offices. It is also involved in the office refurbishment activities. The company was formerly known as Helical Bar plc and changed its name to Helical plc in July 2016. Helical plc was incorporated in 1919 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
HLCL Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
243.00 p
▲(29.95% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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