Sage Group plc (GB:SGE)
LSE:SGE
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SGE Stock Chart & Stats
921.00 p
-12.00 p(-0.92%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
921.00 p
-12.00 p(-0.92%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range771.66 p - 1,335.00 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume38.02K
Average Volume (3M)2.75M
Market Cap
£7.84B
Enterprise Value9.11B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£518.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£2.02B
Price to Earnings (P/E)21.4
Beta0.67
Next Earnings
Nov 19, 2026EPS Estimate
0.27Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.94%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.41
Shares Outstanding907,731,570
10 Day Avg. Volume2,524,062
30 Day Avg. Volume2,751,974
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.55
Price to Book (P/B)14.94
Price to Sales (P/S)4.28
P/FCF Ratio21.60
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£1,055.00Price Target Upside14.55% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering10
EPS Forecast (FY)0.5
Revenue Forecast (FY)£2.76B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
High Recurring Revenue & ARR GrowthA very high recurring revenue base (97%) and double-digit ARR growth provide predictable, repeatable cash flows and strong customer retention. This stabilizes revenue visibility, supports long-term planning, and underpins sustainable margins and investment in product and go-to-market expansion.
High Gross Margins & Margin ExpansionConsistently elevated gross margins (above ~89%) and recent operating margin expansion demonstrate durable unit economics and pricing power. High margins create capacity to invest in R&D and sales while preserving profitability, supporting sustainable cash generation even as the company scales.
Strong Cash Generation And Capital ReturnsRobust operating cash flow, high cash conversion and meaningful free cash flow enable consistent shareholder returns (dividends and buybacks) while funding R&D and tuck-in acquisitions. Strong cash generation enhances financial flexibility over the medium term.
Bears Say
Rising Leverage & Higher Finance CostsLeverage at the upper end of the stated 1–2x range and higher net finance costs reduce financial flexibility. Elevated debt increases interest expense risk and constrains optionality for future M&A or additional buybacks, making capital allocation more sensitive to macro rates.
High Sales & Marketing IntensitySustained S&M at about 40% of revenue supports growth but compresses operating leverage and requires continued top-line momentum to justify the expense. If growth slows or customer economics weaken, high go-to-market spend could limit margin upside and cash flow durability.
Limited Direct AI Monetization TodayAlthough AI features show strong adoption, direct revenue contribution is modest today. Converting usage and efficiency gains into durable monetized streams will take time and execution; until then AI primarily supports retention and efficiency rather than immediate revenue diversification.
Sage Group plc News
SGE FAQ
What was Sage Group plc’s price range in the past 12 months?
Sage Group plc lowest share price was 771.66 p and its highest was 1335.00 p in the past 12 months.
What is Sage Group plc’s market cap?
Sage Group plc’s market cap is £7.84B.
When is Sage Group plc’s upcoming earnings report date?
Sage Group plc’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 19, 2026 which is in 164 days.
How were Sage Group plc’s earnings last quarter?
Sage Group plc released its earnings results on May 21, 2026. The company reported 0.234 p earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of 0.24 p by -0.006 p.
Is Sage Group plc overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Sage Group plc’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Sage Group plc pay dividends?
Sage Group plc pays a Semiannually dividend of 8.05 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.94%. See more information on Sage Group plc dividends here
What is Sage Group plc’s EPS estimate?
Sage Group plc’s EPS estimate is 0.27.
How many shares outstanding does Sage Group plc have?
Sage Group plc has 907,731,570 shares outstanding.
What happened to Sage Group plc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Sage Group plc reported an EPS of 0.234 p in its last earnings report, missing expectations of 0.24 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.803%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Sage Group plc?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:SGE
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Sage Group plc Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
£1,055.00 (14.55% Upside)
£1,055.00 (14.55% Upside)
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth £1.1M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
11.18%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
81.91%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
4.15%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Sage Group plc
The Sage Group plc, together with its subsidiaries, provides technology solutions and services for small and medium businesses in North America, Northern Europe, and internationally. It offers cloud native solutions, such as Sage Intacct, a cloud accounting software products and financial management solutions; Sage People, a cloud HR and people management solution; Sage Accounting, a solution for small businesses, accountants, and bookkeepers to remotely manage customer data, accounts, and people; Sage Payroll, a cloud-based payroll solution; and Sage HR, a HR management solution. The company also provides cloud connected and hybrid solutions, including Sage X3, a business management solution; and Sage 50cloud and Sage 200cloud that provides a range of cloud connected accounting solutions. The company was founded in 1981 and is based in Newcastle upon Tyne, the United Kingdom.
SGE Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
1,055.00 p
▲(14.55% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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