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Yu Group PLC (GB:YU)
LSE:YU
UK Market
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Yu Group PLC (YU) Price & Analysis

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YU Stock Chart & Stats

1785.00 p
4.00 p(0.22%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
1785.00 p
4.00 p(0.22%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Balance Sheet HealthYu Group's very low leverage and growing equity base provide durable financial flexibility. A conservatively financed balance sheet reduces refinancing and liquidity risk during wholesale price shocks, enabling investment in growth and supporting operations over the medium term.
Revenue Growth And ProfitabilitySustained top-line expansion and the transition from losses to steady profitability (net margins near ~5% in 2024–2025) indicate the business model is scaling. Continued revenue momentum supports recurring cash generation and operational leverage over the next several quarters.
Stable Business Model (Non-household Focus)Concentrating on non-household (SME/commercial) customers produces contracted, unit-rate revenue streams that are more predictable than spot retail demand. This market positioning supports durable customer relationships and recurring billing, improving medium-term revenue visibility.
Bears Say
Margin CompressionGross and net margin erosion since the 2023 peak reduces the company's earnings power and margin buffer. Persistently lower margins constrain free cash flow and limit ability to reinvest or absorb higher procurement costs, making results more sensitive to adverse cost trends.
Cash Flow VolatilitySignificant swings in operating and free cash flow, including a 15% FCF decline in 2025, weaken predictability of internal funding. Volatile cash conversion raises the chance of short-term liquidity strain and complicates planning for capex, hedging, and dividend commitments.
Procurement/Hedging ExposureAs an energy retailer, Yu's margins hinge on procurement and hedging effectiveness versus fixed customer contracts. Structural exposure to wholesale price volatility and hedging mismatch risk can cause sustained margin and earnings variability across quarters.

YU FAQ

What was Yu Group PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Yu Group PLC lowest share price was 1430.00 p and its highest was 1960.00 p in the past 12 months.
    What is Yu Group PLC’s market cap?
    Yu Group PLC’s market cap is £315.46M.
      When is Yu Group PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Yu Group PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 22, 2026 which is in 47 days.
        How were Yu Group PLC’s earnings last quarter?
        Yu Group PLC released its earnings results on Mar 17, 2026. The company reported 1.154 p earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by N/A.
          Is Yu Group PLC overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Yu Group PLC’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Yu Group PLC pay dividends?
            Yu Group PLC pays a Semiannually dividend of 45 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.68%. See more information on Yu Group PLC dividends here
              What is Yu Group PLC’s EPS estimate?
              Yu Group PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Yu Group PLC have?
              Yu Group PLC has 17,332,968 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Yu Group PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Yu Group PLC reported an EPS of 1.154 p in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -3.652%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Yu Group PLC?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:YU
                  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

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                    Company Description

                    Yu Group PLC

                    Yü Group PLC, through its various subsidiary companies, functions as a principal supplier of energy and utility services across the United Kingdom. The firm's operations are divided into three core divisions: Retail, Smart, and Metering Assets. It provides critical utilities, including electricity, natural gas, and water. Beyond basic supply, Yü Group extends its services to include engineering and maintenance for smart and other metering infrastructure, as well as the ownership and leasing of smart metering assets. The company's offerings further encompass property holdings, electric vehicle charging facilities, gas transportation services, and environmentally conscious options like green electricity and carbon-neutral gas. Its customer base is diverse, ranging from micro, small, and medium-sized businesses (MSMEs) to larger industrial and commercial enterprises, alongside third-party intermediaries and other collaborators. Established in 2016, the company was initially incorporated as Yoda Newco 1 Limited before adopting the name Yü Group PLC in February of the same year, and it is headquartered in Nottingham, UK.

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