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Craneware Plc (GB:CRW)
LSE:CRW
CRW Stock Chart & Stats
2230.00p
-80.00p(-3.72%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
2230.00p
-80.00p(-3.72%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range1,362.75p - 2,644.00p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume2.39K
Average Volume (3M)71.71K
Market Cap
£537.77M
Enterprise Value702.14M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£40.96M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£26.91M
Price to Earnings (P/E)22.6
Beta0.71
Next Earnings
Sep 22, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.66%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.43
Shares Outstanding35,508,820
10 Day Avg. Volume64,377
30 Day Avg. Volume71,707
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.76
Price to Book (P/B)3.07
Price to Sales (P/S)5.04
P/FCF Ratio17.45
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£2,875.00Price Target Upside28.92% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering2
EPS Forecast (FY)1.2
Revenue Forecast (FY)£226.01M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
High Gross MarginsGross margins above 85% reflect a software-centric cost structure and strong product economics. High gross margins create durable operating leverage, enabling reinvestment in R&D and sales, cushioning profitability versus pricing pressure and supporting long-term margin sustainability.
Conservative Balance SheetVery low leverage provides financial flexibility for strategic investments, M&A or weathering downturns without refinancing stress. A strong capital structure reduces default risk and supports multi-year planning, making the business resilient to cyclical swings in healthcare spending.
Recurring SaaS RevenueA subscription-based, recurring revenue model generates predictable cash flows and high customer switching costs through integration into revenue-cycle processes. This supports retention-led growth, easier forecasting and sustainable long-term margins as services scale.
Bears Say
Declining Free Cash Flow GrowthA recent 13.4% drop in free cash flow growth signals weaker cash generation versus prior periods. If persistent, this reduces capacity to fund organic investment, acquisitions or dividends and may constrain strategic options that support longer-term growth.
Modest Net ProfitabilityRelatively modest net margins indicate that operating efficiency or non-operating costs limit conversion of high gross margins into owner returns. Lower net profitability and an implied weak ROE reduce the company’s ability to generate strong shareholder returns absent margin improvement or faster revenue growth.
Slow Top-line GrowthSingle-digit revenue growth (~3.8% latest year) suggests a mature or niche market position with limited organic expansion. Slower top-line momentum makes long-term upside more dependent on margin expansion, cross-sell or acquisitions rather than rapid market-share gains.
Craneware News
CRW FAQ
What was Craneware Plc’s price range in the past 12 months?
Craneware Plc lowest share price was 1362.75p and its highest was 2644.00p in the past 12 months.
What is Craneware Plc’s market cap?
Craneware Plc’s market cap is £537.77M.
When is Craneware Plc’s upcoming earnings report date?
Craneware Plc’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 22, 2026 which is in 200 days.
How were Craneware Plc’s earnings last quarter?
Craneware Plc released its earnings results on Mar 02, 2026. The company reported 0.431p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by 0.431p.
Is Craneware Plc overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Craneware Plc’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Craneware Plc pay dividends?
Craneware Plc pays a Semiannually dividend of 18.5p which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.66%. See more information on Craneware Plc dividends here
What is Craneware Plc’s EPS estimate?
Craneware Plc’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Craneware Plc have?
Craneware Plc has 35,508,820 shares outstanding.
What happened to Craneware Plc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Craneware Plc reported an EPS of 0.431p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.99%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Craneware Plc?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:CRW
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
Craneware Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
£2,875.00 (28.92% Upside)
£2,875.00 (28.92% Upside)
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-10.04%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
6.00%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-6.53%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Craneware Plc
Craneware (CRW) is a leading provider of revenue integrity solutions for the healthcare sector, primarily focusing on optimizing the financial performance of healthcare providers in the United States. The company specializes in software solutions that help hospitals and health systems manage their revenue cycles, ensuring accurate billing and compliance with complex regulations. Core products include Chargemaster Toolkit, Revenue Cycle Analytics, and other related services that streamline operations and enhance financial outcomes for healthcare organizations.
CRW Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
2,875.00p
▲(28.92% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
Currently, No data available
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