J Sainsbury plc (GB:SBRY)
LSE:SBRY
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SBRY Stock Chart & Stats
351.70 p
-9.80 p(-3.60%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
351.70 p
-9.80 p(-3.60%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range258.60 p - 370.73 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.76M
Average Volume (3M)6.05M
Market Cap
£7.60B
Enterprise Value13.57B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£1.07B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£6.60B
Price to Earnings (P/E)11.6
Beta0.80
Next Earnings
Nov 05, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield4.02%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.12
Shares Outstanding2,274,187,500
10 Day Avg. Volume7,012,525
30 Day Avg. Volume6,047,660
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.16
Price to Book (P/B)0.91
Price to Sales (P/S)0.18
P/FCF Ratio2.90
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£356.44Price Target Upside1.35% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering9
EPS Forecast (FY)0.25
Revenue Forecast (FY)£34.83B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Sustained Volume & Market Share GrowthSustained volume growth and a five-year high H1 market share reflect durable customer demand and competitive positioning. Higher volumes improve operating leverage across stores and distribution, supporting resilient revenue, steadier cash generation and capacity to invest in pricing, service, and store improvements over the medium term.
Strong Cash Generation & Shareholder ReturnsMaterial cost savings and planned returns above GBP 800m show strong free cash flow conversion and disciplined capital allocation. Reliable cash generation underpins buybacks/dividends and funds strategic investments without heavy external financing, enhancing long-term financial flexibility and shareholder value delivery.
Diversified Multi-format Model & Retail MediaA multi-format retail model (supermarkets, convenience, Argos, TU) combined with Nectar/retail media creates diversified revenue streams and customer data assets. Structural benefits include cross-sell, improved retention and new margin-accretive monetisation channels that support long-term revenue and margin enhancement.
Bears Say
Rising Regulatory Cost HeadwindsHigher statutory costs (National Insurance, EPR) and potential business rate increases are structural expense pressures. These recurring regulatory charges compress operating margins and reduce profit leverage, making it harder to absorb cost inflation or invest in pricing/promotions without eroding long-term profitability.
Low Net Profit MarginDespite revenue growth, a relatively low net profit margin limits bottom-line resilience. Lower margin conversion reduces buffer against cyclical shocks, constrains capacity for reinvestment and weakens free cash flow consistency, challenging sustainable improvements in returns and funding of strategic initiatives.
Moderate Increase In Financial LeverageA manageable but rising debt profile increases interest-rate and refinancing sensitivity, reducing balance sheet flexibility. Elevated leverage can limit M&A or capex capacity, and heightens risk if cash flows weaken from cost or demand shocks, impacting long-term strategic optionality.
J Sainsbury plc News
SBRY FAQ
What was J Sainsbury plc’s price range in the past 12 months?
J Sainsbury plc lowest share price was 258.60 p and its highest was 370.73 p in the past 12 months.
What is J Sainsbury plc’s market cap?
J Sainsbury plc’s market cap is £7.60B.
When is J Sainsbury plc’s upcoming earnings report date?
J Sainsbury plc’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 05, 2026 which is in 194 days.
How were J Sainsbury plc’s earnings last quarter?
J Sainsbury plc released its earnings results on Apr 23, 2026. The company reported 0.118 p earnings per share for the quarter, the consensus estimate of 0.118 p by 0 p.
Is J Sainsbury plc overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts J Sainsbury plc’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does J Sainsbury plc pay dividends?
J Sainsbury plc pays a Notavailable dividend of 15.1 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.02%. See more information on J Sainsbury plc dividends here
What is J Sainsbury plc’s EPS estimate?
J Sainsbury plc’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does J Sainsbury plc have?
J Sainsbury plc has 2,274,187,500 shares outstanding.
What happened to J Sainsbury plc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
J Sainsbury plc reported an EPS of 0.118 p in its last earnings report, expectations of 0.118 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -3.682%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of J Sainsbury plc?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:SBRY
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J Sainsbury plc Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
£356.44 (1.35% Upside)
£356.44 (1.35% Upside)
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth £14.9K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
27.56%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
5.08%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-23.57%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
J Sainsbury plc
J Sainsbury plc, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the food, general merchandise and clothing retailing, and financial services activities in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland. It operates through three segments: Retail - Food, Retail - General Merchandise and Clothing, and Financial Services. The company operates various store formats, including convenience stores and supermarkets. It is also involved in the online grocery and general merchandise operations. As of March 5, 2022, the company operated 598 supermarkets, 809 convenience stores, 728 Argos stores, and 335 collection points, as well as 3 Habitat stores. In addition, it offers financial services, such as credit cards, scorecards, and personal loans; and home, car, pet, travel, and life insurance products. The company was founded in 1869 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
SBRY Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
356.44 p
▲(1.35% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
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