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Watkin Jones PLC (GB:WJG)
LSE:WJG
WJG Stock Chart & Stats
27.85p
0.30p(1.52%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
27.85p
0.30p(1.52%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range23.14p - 40.96p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume72.41K
Average Volume (3M)703.71K
Market Cap
£82.90M
Enterprise Value46.06M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£80.40M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£43.56M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta1.87
Next Earnings
May 26, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)N/A
Shares Outstanding256,653,100
10 Day Avg. Volume513,156
30 Day Avg. Volume703,712
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.02
Price to Book (P/B)0.70
Price to Sales (P/S)0.31
P/FCF Ratio-6.13
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)0.02
Revenue Forecast (FY)£312.39M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Market Position In PBSA & ResidentialWatkin Jones' specialization in PBSA and residential is a durable structural advantage: focused expertise, tailored development processes and a long operating history support repeat institutional relationships and operational know-how, preserving market share and execution capability over years.
Institutional Partnerships And Pipeline VisibilityPartnerships with universities and institutional investors provide multi-year project pipeline visibility and de-risk development funding. Institutional pre-lets and capital support reduce sales risk, improve project financing access and create recurring management or rental income streams.
Improving Leverage And Balanced Asset BaseSlight improvement in debt-to-equity and a stable equity ratio enhance financial flexibility versus prior periods. Better leverage management reduces near-term refinancing pressure and supports the ability to fund or scale projects while the business works to restore profitability.
Bears Say
Declining Revenue And ProfitabilitySustained revenue decline and negative operating profits point to structural demand, pricing or execution issues. Reduced scale and persistent losses erode margins, limit reinvestment in projects and product quality, and weaken the firm's ability to generate sustainable operating returns.
Weak Cash Generation And Liquidity StrainNegative operating and free cash flows are a durable red flag: they constrain funding for ongoing developments, increase reliance on external financing, raise refinancing and credit risks, and can force project delays or asset sales that impair long-term growth and margins.
Negative Return On EquityA negative ROE signals capital destruction and weak economic returns on invested equity. This undermines shareholder confidence, hampers ability to raise equity on reasonable terms, and limits sustainable reinvestment, threatening long-term recovery and growth prospects.
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WJG FAQ
What was Watkin Jones PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Watkin Jones PLC lowest share price was 23.14p and its highest was 40.95p in the past 12 months.
What is Watkin Jones PLC’s market cap?
Watkin Jones PLC’s market cap is £82.90M.
When is Watkin Jones PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Watkin Jones PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is May 26, 2026 which is in 82 days.
How were Watkin Jones PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Currently, no data Available
Is Watkin Jones PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Watkin Jones PLC’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Watkin Jones PLC pay dividends?
Watkin Jones PLC pays a Notavailable dividend of 1.4p which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Watkin Jones PLC dividends here
What is Watkin Jones PLC’s EPS estimate?
Watkin Jones PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Watkin Jones PLC have?
Watkin Jones PLC has 256,653,100 shares outstanding.
What happened to Watkin Jones PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Currently, no data Available
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Watkin Jones PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:WJG
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
Watkin Jones Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
12.59%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-6.53%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-6.05%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Watkin Jones PLC
Watkin Jones (WJG) is a leading UK-based property development and construction company, primarily focused on the purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) and residential sectors. Established in 1791, the company specializes in the design, development, and management of high-quality residential properties, including student housing and private residential developments. With a strong commitment to sustainability and community engagement, Watkin Jones aims to provide innovative living solutions that meet the evolving needs of the market.
Technical Analysis
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