J Sainsbury plc (GB:SBRY)
LSE:SBRY
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SBRY Stock Chart & Stats
351.70 p
-9.80 p(-3.60%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
351.70 p
-9.80 p(-3.60%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range273.00 p - 370.73 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.76M
Average Volume (3M)6.05M
Market Cap
£6.56B
Enterprise Value12.44B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£1.07B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£6.60B
Price to Earnings (P/E)17.5
Beta0.83
Next Earnings
Nov 05, 2026EPS Estimate
0.11Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield4.02%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.17
Shares Outstanding2,254,535,000
10 Day Avg. Volume7,012,525
30 Day Avg. Volume6,047,660
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.49
Price to Book (P/B)1.29
Price to Sales (P/S)0.24
P/FCF Ratio6.70
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£349.50Price Target Upside-0.63% Downside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering10
EPS Forecast (FY)0.24
Revenue Forecast (FY)£34.84B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Diversified Omnichannel Retail ModelOwning both grocery (Sainsbury’s) and general merchandise (Argos), plus physical stores, convenience formats and online channels, gives Sainsbury diversified, recurring revenue streams. The Nectar loyalty programme increases customer retention and targeted promotions, supporting medium‑term resilience and cross‑sell.
Consistent Positive Free Cash FlowSainsbury generates positive operating and free cash flow across years, with FCF ~£1.18B most recently. Reliable cash generation supports dividends, reinvestment in stores and logistics, and debt servicing, providing financial flexibility despite episodic swings in other metrics.
Improving Margins With Stable RevenuesRevenue stability and recent margin improvement indicate better cost control and pricing execution. Modest revenue growth alongside expanding net margin reflects operational leverage in a low‑margin sector, suggesting margin sustainability if cost discipline continues and volumes hold.
Bears Say
Thin And Historically Volatile ProfitabilityGrocery retail is structurally low margin and Sainsbury’s profitability remains thin and prone to swings. Small changes in input costs, promotions or pricing can quickly erode earnings, leaving limited buffer against inflation or competitive price moves and making profits less predictable.
Meaningful Balance‑sheet LeverageDebt roughly equal to equity limits financial flexibility for a low‑margin retailer. Meaningful leverage increases interest cost sensitivity and constrains the ability to pursue large investments or absorb shocks, raising long‑term risk if margins or cash flows weaken.
Inconsistent Earnings-to-cash ConversionChoppy conversion of earnings to cash reduces predictability of available cash for dividends, debt repayment and capex. Variability in working capital or one‑off items can dent free cash flow, making planning and sustained capital returns more uncertain over the medium term.
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SBRY FAQ
What was J Sainsbury plc’s price range in the past 12 months?
J Sainsbury plc lowest share price was 273.00 p and its highest was 370.73 p in the past 12 months.
What is J Sainsbury plc’s market cap?
J Sainsbury plc’s market cap is £6.56B.
When is J Sainsbury plc’s upcoming earnings report date?
J Sainsbury plc’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 05, 2026 which is in 155 days.
How were J Sainsbury plc’s earnings last quarter?
J Sainsbury plc released its earnings results on Apr 23, 2026. The company reported 0.12 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of 0.118 p by 0.002 p.
Is J Sainsbury plc overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts J Sainsbury plc’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does J Sainsbury plc pay dividends?
J Sainsbury plc pays a Notavailable dividend of 15.1 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.02%. See more information on J Sainsbury plc dividends here
What is J Sainsbury plc’s EPS estimate?
J Sainsbury plc’s EPS estimate is 0.11.
How many shares outstanding does J Sainsbury plc have?
J Sainsbury plc has 2,254,535,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to J Sainsbury plc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
J Sainsbury plc reported an EPS of 0.12 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of 0.118 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -3.682%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of J Sainsbury plc?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:SBRY
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J Sainsbury plc Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
£349.50 (-0.63% Downside)
£349.50 (-0.63% Downside)
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth £3.7M 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
27.56%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
6.12%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-23.57%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
J Sainsbury plc
J Sainsbury plc, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the food, general merchandise and clothing retailing, and financial services activities in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland. It operates through three segments: Retail - Food, Retail - General Merchandise and Clothing, and Financial Services. The company operates various store formats, including convenience stores and supermarkets. It is also involved in the online grocery and general merchandise operations. As of March 5, 2022, the company operated 598 supermarkets, 809 convenience stores, 728 Argos stores, and 335 collection points, as well as 3 Habitat stores. In addition, it offers financial services, such as credit cards, scorecards, and personal loans; and home, car, pet, travel, and life insurance products. The company was founded in 1869 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
SBRY Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
349.50 p
▼(-0.63% Downside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
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