Frontier Developments PLC (GB:FDEV)
LSE:FDEV
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FDEV Stock Chart & Stats
484.00 p
1.74 p(0.94%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
484.00 p
1.74 p(0.94%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range286.50 p - 588.56 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume342.00
Average Volume (3M)160.85K
Market Cap
£168.98M
Enterprise Value130.76M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£40.11M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£18.56M
Price to Earnings (P/E)9.1
Beta1.37
Next Earnings
Sep 16, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.52
Shares Outstanding35,530,680
10 Day Avg. Volume121,822
30 Day Avg. Volume160,846
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.03
Price to Book (P/B)1.01
Price to Sales (P/S)1.06
P/FCF Ratio2.29
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£625.00Price Target Upside29.13% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering2
EPS Forecast (FY)0.31
Revenue Forecast (FY)£102.71M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong, Conservative Balance SheetLow leverage (debt-to-equity 0.20) and a high equity ratio (72.81%) provide durable financial flexibility to fund multi-year game development cycles and absorb launch delays. Improved ROE (17.22%) shows the company is generating attractive returns on shareholder equity over time.
Robust Cash Generation And ConversionHigh operating cash conversion (OCF/net income 2.83) and near-parity free cash flow to net income indicate reliable cash generation from operations. Consistent FCF growth and conversion capacity support funding live-ops, DLC, and development without heavy external financing.
Improving Bottom-line ProfitabilityThe shift to an 18.09% net profit margin and higher EBIT/EBITDA margins demonstrates meaningful operational efficiency gains. Sustained margin recovery strengthens ability to reinvest in IP, live services and content pipelines, enhancing franchise longevity and long-term cash flow.
Bears Say
Sharp Gross Margin CompressionA large drop in gross margin to 44.05% from 68.69% signals material cost pressure or rising platform/marketing expense that directly erodes core profitability. If structural, this reduces the margin buffer for R&D and live-ops investment and could constrain long-term margin sustainability.
Weak Top-line GrowthRevenue growth of only 1.93% in the most recent year indicates limited organic expansion and a fragile top-line trend. Persistent low growth increases dependence on a few major releases and DLC tails, raising execution risk if new launches or live monetization underperform.
Concentration On Major Launches And Platform DependencyBusiness relies on periodic big-title launches and ongoing DLC/live-ops, while distribution through third-party storefronts exposes net receipts to platform fees. This structural concentration and platform dependence create recurring volatility and can depress margins long term if terms or launch cadence weaken.
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FDEV FAQ
What was Frontier Developments PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Frontier Developments PLC lowest share price was 286.50 p and its highest was 588.56 p in the past 12 months.
What is Frontier Developments PLC’s market cap?
Frontier Developments PLC’s market cap is £168.98M.
When is Frontier Developments PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Frontier Developments PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 16, 2026 which is in 95 days.
How were Frontier Developments PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Frontier Developments PLC released its earnings results on Jan 14, 2026. The company reported 0.202 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by 0.202 p.
Is Frontier Developments PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Frontier Developments PLC’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Frontier Developments PLC pay dividends?
Frontier Developments PLC does not currently pay dividends.
What is Frontier Developments PLC’s EPS estimate?
Frontier Developments PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Frontier Developments PLC have?
Frontier Developments PLC has 35,530,680 shares outstanding.
What happened to Frontier Developments PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Frontier Developments PLC reported an EPS of 0.202 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 3.301%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Frontier Developments PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:FDEV
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Frontier Developments Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
£625.00 (29.13% Upside)
£625.00 (29.13% Upside)
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth £1.6M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
85.93%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
21.13%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
13.64%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Frontier Developments PLC
Frontier Developments plc, a UK-based company, specializes in the creation and distribution of video games for both personal computers and console systems. The firm utilizes its proprietary 'Cobra' technology to develop titles compatible across diverse gaming platforms. Furthermore, it extends its publishing services to selected third-party studios via its 'Frontier Foundry' label. Established in 1994, its principal operations are based in Cambridge, United Kingdom.
FDEV Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
625.00 p
▲(29.13% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
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