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CEPS PLC (GB:CEPS)
LSE:CEPS
CEPS Stock Chart & Stats
35.50p
0.00p(0.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
35.50p
0.00p(0.00%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range17.95p - 47.00p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume207.46K
Average Volume (3M)13.15K
Market Cap
£8.19M
Enterprise Value18.85M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£1.55M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£12.21M
Price to Earnings (P/E)19.3
Beta-0.56
Next Earnings
May 21, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.02
Shares Outstanding21,000,000
10 Day Avg. Volume8,391
30 Day Avg. Volume13,147
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio2.05
Price to Book (P/B)1.75
Price to Sales (P/S)0.16
P/FCF Ratio1.46
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)N/A
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Revenue Growth ConsistencyCEPS has delivered consistent top-line growth (~6.5%), reflecting steady demand in its energy and telecom engineering niches. Sustained revenue expansion from core markets and long-term contracts enhances predictability of cash generation and supports reinvestment and strategic priorities over coming quarters.
Improving Margins And ProfitabilityThe company reports improved gross margins and a return to positive net margin, indicating structural cost discipline and a better product/service mix. Rising EBIT/EBITDA margins signal that core operations are scaling more profitably, strengthening earnings durability across business cycles.
Strong Cash GenerationOperating cash flow expansion and meaningful free cash flow growth demonstrate healthy cash conversion after capex. Durable cash generation supports debt servicing, organic investment, and strategic partnerships, improving financial flexibility over the medium term.
Bears Say
High LeverageThe balance sheet shows significant leverage despite equity improvements. Elevated debt levels increase sensitivity to interest rates and demand shocks, limiting financial flexibility, raising refinancing and covenant risks, and constraining ability to pursue opportunistic investments over several quarters.
EPS DeteriorationA ~33% decline in EPS signals that per‑share earnings have lagged operational improvements. Persistent EPS weakness can limit retained earnings, reduce capital available for growth or shareholder returns, and may indicate dilution, one-offs, or margin pressure that undermines long‑term shareholder value.
Earnings Quality MismatchThe noted mismatch between operating cash flow and net income points to timing effects, working capital swings, or non‑cash adjustments. If persistent, this divergence harms earnings reliability, complicates forecasting, and could mask underlying cash generation weaknesses despite reported profits.
CEPS plc News
CEPS FAQ
What was CEPS PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
CEPS PLC lowest share price was 17.95p and its highest was 47.00p in the past 12 months.
What is CEPS PLC’s market cap?
CEPS PLC’s market cap is £8.19M.
When is CEPS PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
CEPS PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is May 21, 2026 which is in 90 days.
How were CEPS PLC’s earnings last quarter?
CEPS PLC released its earnings results on Sep 12, 2025. The company reported 0.016p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by 0.016p.
Is CEPS PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts CEPS PLC’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does CEPS PLC pay dividends?
CEPS PLC does not currently pay dividends.
What is CEPS PLC’s EPS estimate?
CEPS PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does CEPS PLC have?
CEPS PLC has 21,000,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to CEPS PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
CEPS PLC reported an EPS of 0.016p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -6.667%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of CEPS PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:CEPS
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Company Description
CEPS PLC
CEPS PLC operates as an industrial trading holding company in the United Kingdom, rest of Europe, and internationally. It operates through Aford Awards, Friedman's, and Hickton Group segments. The Aford Awards segment offers sports trophies and engraving services. The Friedman's segment converts and distributes specialist lycra. The Hickton Group segment provides services to the construction industry. It also provides building control, gas and electrical safety, and gas safety consultancy services, as well as designs and manufactures leotards. CEPS PLC was founded in 2004 and is based in Bath, the United Kingdom.