Yougov plc (GB:YOU)
LSE:YOU
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YOU Stock Chart & Stats
256.50 p
1.00 p(0.26%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
256.50 p
1.00 p(0.26%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range135.40 p - 399.00 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume67.46K
Average Volume (3M)469.92K
Market Cap
£253.06M
Enterprise Value427.85M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£32.80M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£209.60M
Price to Earnings (P/E)19.9
Beta0.91
Next Earnings
Oct 20, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.68%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.11
Shares Outstanding117,157,425
10 Day Avg. Volume680,425
30 Day Avg. Volume469,920
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.04
Price to Book (P/B)1.91
Price to Sales (P/S)0.94
P/FCF Ratio8.27
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£387.00Price Target Upside50.88% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering5
EPS Forecast (FY)0.27
Revenue Forecast (FY)£394.99M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Revenue GrowthSustained 30.2% revenue growth demonstrates durable demand for YouGov’s research, subscription and syndicated products. This expansion supports scale in its proprietary panel, raises recurring revenue share, and improves medium-term visibility for cash generation and market penetration.
Operating EfficiencyRising EBIT and EBITDA margins reflect structural improvements in cost management and a shift toward higher-margin analytics and subscription services. Sustainable operating leverage boosts free cash flow potential and resilience to client spending cycles over the next several quarters.
Cash GenerationReliable operating cash flow and growing free cash flow show effective conversion of earnings into cash. This durable cash generation supports reinvestment in the platform, recurring product development, dividend support or deleveraging without heavy reliance on external financing.
Bears Say
Rising LeverageA recent increase in debt-to-equity raises financial leverage and reduces flexibility. Higher leverage increases interest and refinancing risk and can constrain investments or M&A, particularly if top-line or margin momentum slows, making capital allocation more sensitive to shocks.
Margin VolatilityVolatile net margins, despite solid gross profit, create inconsistent bottom-line outcomes. That unpredictability complicates forecasting, may limit retained earnings for strategic initiatives, and increases the risk that short-term cost or revenue swings materially affect shareholder returns.
Cash Conversion VariabilityVariability in cash conversion reduces predictability of funds available for dividends, platform investment or debt reduction. Less consistent FCF amplifies reliance on liquidity buffers and makes multi-quarter planning for recurring product investment and client retention initiatives harder.
Yougov plc News
YOU FAQ
What was Yougov plc’s price range in the past 12 months?
Yougov plc lowest share price was 135.40 p and its highest was 399.00 p in the past 12 months.
What is Yougov plc’s market cap?
Yougov plc’s market cap is £253.06M.
When is Yougov plc’s upcoming earnings report date?
Yougov plc’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 20, 2026 which is in 138 days.
How were Yougov plc’s earnings last quarter?
Yougov plc released its earnings results on Mar 24, 2026. The company reported 0.113 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by 0.113 p.
Is Yougov plc overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Yougov plc’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Yougov plc pay dividends?
Yougov plc pays a Annually dividend of 9.25 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.68%. See more information on Yougov plc dividends here
What is Yougov plc’s EPS estimate?
Yougov plc’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Yougov plc have?
Yougov plc has 117,157,425 shares outstanding.
What happened to Yougov plc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Yougov plc reported an EPS of 0.113 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -11.609%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Yougov plc?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:YOU
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Yougov plc Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
£387.00 (50.88% Upside)
£387.00 (50.88% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
GB:YOU Sentiment 100%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth £169.7K 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
-35.91%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
6.46%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-3.57%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Yougov plc
YouGov PLC is a global data and analytics company that specializes in market research, opinion polling, and consumer insights. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in London, YouGov operates in various sectors, including media, technology, and consumer goods, providing clients with valuable insights to drive their marketing strategies. The company's core products and services include online surveys, brand tracking, and customized research solutions, leveraging its extensive panel of respondents to deliver real-time data and analysis.
YOU Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
387.00 p
▲(50.88% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
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