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The latest announcement is out from Firstgroup ( (GB:FGP) ).
FirstGroup plc has been granted extensions for its Hull Trains and Lumo open access rail services by the Office of Rail and Road, increasing its capacity by approximately 118 million seat miles. This expansion, which includes new services between Glasgow, Newcastle, London, and Hull, is part of FirstGroup’s strategy to significantly grow its open access business and enhance connectivity for underserved communities. Despite the setback of not receiving approval for a new service between London and Sheffield, the company remains focused on exploring further opportunities to expand its rail network.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:FGP) stock is a Buy with a £205.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Firstgroup stock, see the GB:FGP Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on GB:FGP Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:FGP is a Outperform.
Firstgroup’s financial stability, enhanced by strategic corporate actions and favorable valuation metrics, supports a strong stock outlook. Technical indicators suggest positive momentum, while robust dividend yield and P/E ratio indicate undervaluation potential. High leverage remains a risk factor.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:FGP stock, click here.
More about Firstgroup
FirstGroup plc is a leading private sector provider of public transport services, generating £5.1 billion in revenue and employing around 30,000 people. The company operates a significant portion of the UK’s bus and rail services, including First Bus and First Rail, and is committed to sustainability goals such as operating a zero-emission bus fleet by 2035. FirstGroup is recognized for its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) efforts, receiving high ratings and accolades for its clean operations.
Average Trading Volume: 1,665,858
Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy
Current Market Cap: £1.21B
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