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J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC (GB:SMJ)
LSE:SMJ
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J Smart & Co (Contractors) (SMJ) Price & Analysis

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SMJ Stock Chart & Stats

132.50 p
0.00 p(0.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
132.50 p
0.00 p(0.00%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Low Financial LeverageA debt-to-equity ratio of 0.08 signals a conservatively financed capital structure, giving the company durable financial flexibility. Low leverage reduces refinancing and interest risks, supports investment or dividend policies, and helps absorb cyclical pressure without forcing asset sales.
Strong Net Profit MarginA near-22% net margin indicates the company retains significant profit after all expenses, providing lasting capacity to fund reinvestment, shareholder distributions, or reserves. High net margin reflects sustainable pricing power or non-operating gains that can underpin shareholder returns over time.
Positive Revenue Growth TrendSequential revenue growth, even modest, implies the business is expanding activity or winning projects. Sustained top-line expansion supports scale benefits, better absorption of fixed costs over months, and provides a foundation for durable margin improvement and cash generation if operational conversion rises.
Bears Say
Declining Free Cash FlowA steep drop in free cash flow and an operating cash flow to net income ratio of 0.14 indicate weak cash conversion of accounting profits. This is a durable concern: continued poor cash generation can constrain capital expenditure, dividends, or growth without raising external funding.
Negative EBIT MarginA negative EBIT margin points to structural operating cost or scale issues that erode core profitability before financing and tax. Reliance on non-operating items to produce net profit is not sustainable long-term and indicates management must address operating performance to secure durable earnings quality.
Modest Return On EquityAn ROE under 4% signals limited efficiency in converting equity capital into profits. Over the medium term this can constrain shareholder value creation, make funding growth through retained earnings harder, and raise pressure to improve asset utilization or adjust capital allocation policies.

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SMJ FAQ

What was J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC lowest share price was 106.00 p and its highest was 140.00 p in the past 12 months.
    What is J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC’s market cap?
    J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC’s market cap is £43.55M.
      When is J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
      J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 13, 2026 which is in 125 days.
        How were J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC’s earnings last quarter?
        J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC released its earnings results on Apr 14, 2026. The company reported 0.002 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by 0.002 p.
          Is J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC pay dividends?
            J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC pays a Semiannually dividend of 0.96 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.45%. See more information on J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC dividends here
              What is J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC’s EPS estimate?
              J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC have?
              J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC has 38,707,930 shares outstanding.
                What happened to J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC reported an EPS of 0.002 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:SMJ
                  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

                    J Smart & Co (Contractors) Stock Smart Score

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                    Underperform
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                    Technicals

                    SMA
                    Positive
                    20 days / 200 days
                    Momentum
                    4.73%
                    12-Months-Change

                    Fundamentals

                    Return on Equity
                    3.92%
                    Trailing 12-Months
                    Asset Growth
                    0.85%
                    Trailing 12-Months

                    Company Description

                    J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC

                    J. Smart & Co. (Contractors) PLC, operating with its various subsidiaries, is a prominent developer, constructor, and contractor across the United Kingdom. Their extensive portfolio covers a broad spectrum of projects, ranging from essential public works and local authority developments to diverse commercial properties such as shopping centers, offices, factories, and warehouses, alongside private and landlord-managed housing initiatives. Beyond these core activities, the company actively engages in securing building and civil engineering contracts, undertaking the development and sale of residential units, and creating industrial and commercial properties specifically for leasing purposes. They also provide flexible serviced office accommodations and execute smaller to mid-scale building and civil engineering tasks for a varied client base. Furthermore, J. Smart & Co. extends its expertise by offering plumbing support services to fellow construction enterprises. The company has been in operation since its establishment in 1947 and is centrally administered from its headquarters in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

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