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CBG Stock Chart & Stats
496.80 p
-1.00 p(-0.46%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
496.80 p
-1.00 p(-0.46%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range318.40 p - 563.50 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume70.38K
Average Volume (3M)433.51K
Market Cap
£605.38M
Enterprise Value1.68B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£1.39B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£2.37B
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta2.33
Next Earnings
Sep 29, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.35
Shares Outstanding150,703,220
10 Day Avg. Volume391,302
30 Day Avg. Volume433,515
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.03
Price to Book (P/B)0.39
Price to Sales (P/S)0.89
P/FCF Ratio1.75
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£551.67Price Target Upside11.04% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)0.37
Revenue Forecast (FY)£641.78M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Specialist Lending FranchiseClose Brothers’ focused specialist lending across non‑commoditised niches supports durable origination and pricing power. Niche expertise and customer relationships in motor, premium and asset finance reduce reliance on mass-market cycles and help sustain net interest income over the medium term.
Recurring Wealth Management FeesThe wealth management arm provides steady, fee‑based revenue that diversifies income away from pure interest margins. Recurring AUM fees tend to be less cyclically volatile, supporting revenue resilience and margin stability while enabling cross‑sell with lending franchises.
Material Cash Flow ReboundA strong swing to positive operating and free cash flow materially improves near‑term liquidity and funding flexibility. Sustained cash generation would support debt servicing, reinvestment and balance‑sheet repair, strengthening the company’s ability to execute strategic priorities.
Bears Say
Sharp Revenue And Earnings DeteriorationA large decline in revenue and a move to net loss indicate structural pressure on core profitability and internal capital generation. Persisting weak top‑line or below‑the‑line items could erode equity, limit reinvestment, and constrain the firm’s ability to grow lending or pay dividends over the medium term.
Elevated Leverage And Weaker EquityRising leverage and a reduced equity base raise solvency and funding risks for a lending business. Higher debt amplifies sensitivity to margin compression or credit shocks, limits balance‑sheet flexibility for growth, and increases the importance of consistent cash generation and capital management.
Volatile Cash Generation And Low CoverageHistorical swings between strong and negative cash flows, plus low operating cash coverage relative to debt, indicate limited buffer against adverse shocks. Persistent volatility weakens the company’s capacity to sustain lending growth, absorb impairments, or accelerate balance‑sheet deleveraging.
Close Brothers Group News
CBG FAQ
What was Close Brothers Group’s price range in the past 12 months?
Close Brothers Group lowest share price was 318.40 p and its highest was 563.50 p in the past 12 months.
What is Close Brothers Group’s market cap?
Close Brothers Group’s market cap is £605.38M.
When is Close Brothers Group’s upcoming earnings report date?
Close Brothers Group’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 29, 2026 which is in 89 days.
How were Close Brothers Group’s earnings last quarter?
Close Brothers Group released its earnings results on Mar 17, 2026. The company reported 0.271 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of 0.205 p by 0.066 p.
Is Close Brothers Group overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Close Brothers Group’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Close Brothers Group pay dividends?
Close Brothers Group pays a Semiannually dividend of 45 p which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Close Brothers Group dividends here
What is Close Brothers Group’s EPS estimate?
Close Brothers Group’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Close Brothers Group have?
Close Brothers Group has 150,703,220 shares outstanding.
What happened to Close Brothers Group’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Close Brothers Group reported an EPS of 0.271 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of 0.205 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -3.523%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Close Brothers Group?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:CBG
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Company Description
Close Brothers Group
Close Brothers Group plc is a long-established UK-based merchant bank, dedicated to providing a comprehensive range of financial solutions to individuals and small enterprises across the United Kingdom. Its operations are strategically segmented into five core divisions: Commercial, Retail, Property, Asset Management, and Securities. The company offers diverse savings products, encompassing personal, business, and pension deposit accounts. Its extensive lending portfolio features asset finance, asset-based lending, commercial vehicle rental, short-term bridging loans, and insurance premium financing. Close Brothers also facilitates invoice discounting, factoring, and various property finance solutions. Further specialized offerings include funding for general aviation aircraft and marine vessels, sale-and-rent-back services for the brewing sector, and broker finance tailored for the agriculture, construction, manufacturing, and transport industries. The group provides leasing services for IT equipment, construction, manufacturing, and other specialized assets, alongside bespoke loan, hire purchase, leasing, and refinancing packages for professionals in the dental, medical, pharmacy, and veterinary sectors. Beyond traditional banking, Close Brothers delivers financial education, investment management, and planning advice, while empowering self-directed investors with online portfolio management tools and offering dedicated services to financial advisors. On the institutional front, the company provides liquidity and flexible execution services to retail stockbrokers, wealth managers, and institutional investors. Its capabilities also extend to market making, sales, research, corporate broking, and comprehensive dealing, custody, and settlement services for institutional, wealth management, and brokerage clientele. Close Brothers Group plc was established in 1878 and is headquartered in London, United Kingdom.
CBG Company Deck
CBG Earnings Call
Q2 2026
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CBG Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
551.67 p
▲(11.04% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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