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James Latham (LTHP) Share Price & Analysis
LTHP Stock Chart & Stats
- Day’s Range
- GBX 122.50 - GBX 122.50
- 52-Week Range
- GBX 110.00 - GBX 130.00
- Previous Close
- GBX 122.50
- Volume
- N/A
- Average Volume (3M)
- 0
- Market Cap
- GBP 206.86M
- Enterprise Value
- GBP 172.55T
- Total Cash (Recent Filing)
- GBP 51.20M
- Total Debt (Recent Filing)
- GBP 7.77M
- Price to Earnings (P/E)
- 1.3
- Beta
- 0.00
- Next Earnings
- Nov 26, 2026 (Est.)
- EPS Estimate
- N/A
- Last Dividend Ex-Date
- Oct 01, 2026
- Dividend Yield
- 6.53%
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Low Leverage And Stronger Equity
A conservatively financed balance sheet gives James Latham financial flexibility to manage demand fluctuations and continue investing in its distribution operations. Rising equity also indicates cumulative balance-sheet strengthening, reducing reliance on leverage to support the business over the medium term.
Long-term Revenue Expansion
Meaningful revenue growth since 2021 indicates that the company has expanded its sales base over time, supporting the durability of its distribution platform. Although the progression has not been smooth, a larger revenue base can improve operating scale and customer reach.
Business Remains Profitable
Continued profitability and positive operating cash flow in 2026 show that the core business still produces economic earnings and cash from operations. This provides an underlying funding source for working capital and investment, even while free cash flow has recently weakened.
Bears Say
Profitability Normalization
The sustained step-down in EBIT and net income from the 2022–2023 peak indicates that earnings power has not been maintained at prior levels. Lower profitability may constrain reinvestment and reduce the resilience of returns if demand or pricing conditions remain less favorable.
Negative Free Cash Flow
Negative free cash flow in 2026 weakens earnings quality because accounting profit was not converted into surplus cash after investment and working-capital needs. If this persists, internally generated funds available for dividends, debt reduction, or growth initiatives could be reduced.
Uneven Revenue Trajectory
The recent revenue pattern shows limited consistency after the earlier expansion, with a decline followed by stagnation and only a modest rebound. This uneven progression makes medium-term growth less dependable and can limit operating leverage across the distribution network.
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Company Description
James Latham
James Latham Plc specializes in the importation and distribution of a diverse range of wood-based panel products. The company offers an extensive portfolio of materials, including various panels, solid surfaces, door blanks, hardwoods, softwoods, melamines, laminates, decorative panels, architectural mouldings and components, veneered products, engineered timber, flooring options, advanced technical panels, modified timber and panels, decking, cladding, and fire-retardant panels. Established in 1757, this long-standing company maintains its headquarters in Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom.
- Sector
- General
- Industry
- Industrial - Distribution
- CEO
- Andrew George Wright
- Employees
- 588
- Website
- www.lathamtimber.co.uk/investors
- Address
- Unit C2 Breakspear Park, Breakspear Way, Hemel Hempstead, HD, HP2 4TZ, GB
James Latham (LTHP) Earnings & Revenues
Technical Analysis
Overall Consensus
| Indicator | Bullish | Neutral | Bearish |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Consensus | 15 | 1 | 0 |
| Technical Analysis | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Moving Averages | 11 | 1 | 0 |
