Watkin Jones Beats Earnings Forecasts as New Research Flags Cautious Recovery

Watkin Jones ( (GB:WJG) ) has shared an update.

Watkin Jones has commissioned Progressive Equity Research to provide ongoing research coverage, with the latest note highlighting that adjusted profit before tax for the year to 30 September 2025 came in at £5.6 million, ahead of the £5.0 million estimate but down from £9.2 million a year earlier amid a challenging market backdrop. The research outlines expectations for a cautious rebound, introducing forecasts for the 2026 financial year that point to a 20% rise in adjusted profit before tax to £6.8 million alongside further growth in net cash, suggesting a measured recovery trajectory that may reassure investors about the group’s financial resilience.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:WJG) stock is a Hold with a £29.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Watkin Jones stock, see the GB:WJG Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:WJG Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:WJG is a Neutral.

Watkin Jones is currently facing significant financial and valuation challenges, with declining revenues, profitability, and liquidity issues being the most significant factors. Technical analysis indicates a bearish trend, further impacting the stock’s outlook.

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More about Watkin Jones

Watkin Jones plc operates in the UK real estate development sector, with a focus on purpose-built residential assets such as student accommodation and build-to-rent schemes. The company targets institutional and private investors seeking exposure to income-generating residential property, and its performance is closely tied to broader conditions in the UK property and investment markets.

Average Trading Volume: 639,040

Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Sell

Current Market Cap: £71.48M

Find detailed analytics on WJG stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.