Marks and Spencer (GB:MKS)
LSE:MKS
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MKS Stock Chart & Stats
368.70 p
-22.80 p(-6.05%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
368.70 p
-22.80 p(-6.05%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range301.10 p - 411.80 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume2.73M
Average Volume (3M)6.70M
Market Cap
£7.53B
Enterprise Value9.63B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£1.01B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£3.42B
Price to Earnings (P/E)29.2
Beta1.08
Next Earnings
Nov 11, 2026EPS Estimate
0.14Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.18%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.12
Shares Outstanding2,066,431,600
10 Day Avg. Volume6,777,397
30 Day Avg. Volume6,695,167
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-2.00
Price to Book (P/B)2.27
Price to Sales (P/S)0.40
P/FCF Ratio15.27
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£426.00Price Target Upside15.54% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering9
EPS Forecast (FY)0.33
Revenue Forecast (FY)£18.76B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Food Business StrengthSustained food growth and market-share gains reflect durable competitive strength in grocery and prepared meals. The Ocado partnership scales omnichannel distribution, raises recurring volume, and provides more predictable cash flow and customer reach that should support margin resilience over the medium term.
Top-line MomentumMulti-year revenue recovery and recent acceleration increase scale benefits across buying, merchandising and store economics. Persistent top-line momentum gives management room to invest in supply chain and digital upgrades while improving fixed-cost absorption, supporting sustainable profitability improvements.
Positive Operating Cash GenerationMaterial operating cash generation and a positive free cash flow provide financial flexibility to fund reinvestment and maintain a net funds position (ex-leases). Even with a recent decline, ongoing cash inflow reduces near-term refinancing risk and underpins multi-year transformation spend.
Bears Say
Margin CompressionA sharp fall in net margin signals structural pressure from cost inflation, lower everyday food margins and mix shifts. Persistently lower margins erode the company's ability to self-fund capex, cushion shocks or rebuild returns, increasing reliance on execution to restore profitability.
Moderate LeverageMeaningful leverage for a retailer reduces balance-sheet flexibility and raises sensitivity to profit or cash setbacks. With limited headroom, the company has less capacity to absorb shocks or accelerate strategic spend without pressuring net funds or increasing financing costs.
High Near-term Capex And Delayed BenefitsLarge near-term reinvestment increases capital intensity and execution risk, while key supply‑chain and digital gains only materialise from FY28. The multiyear nature of fixes and the online margin shortfall mean cash returns and margin improvements are delayed and contingent on successful delivery.
Marks and Spencer News
MKS FAQ
What was Marks and Spencer’s price range in the past 12 months?
Marks and Spencer lowest share price was 301.10 p and its highest was 411.80 p in the past 12 months.
What is Marks and Spencer’s market cap?
Marks and Spencer’s market cap is £7.53B.
When is Marks and Spencer’s upcoming earnings report date?
Marks and Spencer’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 11, 2026 which is in 160 days.
How were Marks and Spencer’s earnings last quarter?
Marks and Spencer released its earnings results on May 20, 2026. The company reported 0.174 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of 0.157 p by 0.017 p.
Is Marks and Spencer overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Marks and Spencer’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Marks and Spencer pay dividends?
Marks and Spencer pays a Semiannually dividend of 1.2 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.18%. See more information on Marks and Spencer dividends here
What is Marks and Spencer’s EPS estimate?
Marks and Spencer’s EPS estimate is 0.14.
How many shares outstanding does Marks and Spencer have?
Marks and Spencer has 2,066,431,600 shares outstanding.
What happened to Marks and Spencer’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Marks and Spencer reported an EPS of 0.174 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of 0.157 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 6.64%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Marks and Spencer?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:MKS
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Marks and Spencer Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
£426.00 (15.54% Upside)
£426.00 (15.54% Upside)
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth £551.6K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
3.84%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
8.86%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
14.66%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Marks and Spencer
Marks and Spencer Group plc operates various retail stores. It operates through five segments: UK Clothing & Home, UK Food, International, Ocado, and All Other. The company offers protein deli and dairy; produce; ambient and in-store bakery; meals dessert and frozen; and hospitality and Food on the Move' products. The company also provides womenswear, menswear, lingerie, kids wear, and home products; financial services, including credit cards, payment solutions, insurances, savings, and loans; and renewable energy services. In addition, it invests in and develops real estate properties; operates international franchises; and provides its products online. The company also exports its products. It operates 1,487 stores in worldwide. The company was founded in 1884 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
MKS Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
426.00 p
▲(15.54% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
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