Watkin Jones PLC (GB:WJG)
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WJG Stock Chart & Stats
27.85 p
0.30 p(1.52%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
27.85 p
0.30 p(1.52%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range21.30 p - 39.90 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume72.41K
Average Volume (3M)703.71K
Market Cap
£56.77M
Enterprise Value19.94M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£80.40M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£43.56M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta1.66
Next Earnings
May 27, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.03
Shares Outstanding256,881,530
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)£305.14M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Specialist PBSA And BTR DeveloperWatkin Jones’s clear strategic focus on purpose-built student accommodation and build-to-rent is a durable competitive position. Specialisation aligns expertise across site sourcing, planning, design and delivery, supporting repeat institutional counterparties and predictable project workflows over the medium term.
Development-led Forward-sale ModelThe forward-sale/forward-funding development model transfers longer-term asset leasing risk to institutional buyers and creates contracted exit points. When projects are pre-sold, it supports predictability of revenue recognition and aligns cash conversion to construction milestones, aiding durable project economics.
Improving Leverage MetricsA modest improvement in debt-to-equity indicates better leverage management and greater balance sheet resilience. Improved leverage can lower refinancing risk and preserve capacity to fund or partner on new developments, supporting medium-term operational continuity if sustained.
Bears Say
Declining Revenue TrendSustained revenue contraction undermines scale economics and reduces development throughput. Over several quarters this hampers ability to cover fixed costs, constrains reinvestment into site sourcing and pre-construction activity, and can erode long-term relationships with institutional buyers.
Weak Cash GenerationNegative operating and free cash flows indicate insufficient internal cash generation to fund working capital and project progression. Over months this increases reliance on external financing or asset disposals, raising execution and liquidity risk for a development-led business.
Negative Profitability And ReturnsPersistently negative EBIT and ROE erode shareholder equity and limit the group's ability to self-fund growth. Continued losses reduce financial flexibility, make raising capital more dilutive or costly, and threaten long-term viability of higher-margin development activity if not reversed.
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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 21.30 p and its highest was 39.90 p in the past 12 months.
What is Watkin Jones PLC’s market cap?
Watkin Jones PLC’s market cap is £56.77M.
When is Watkin Jones PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Watkin Jones PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is May 27, 2026 which is in 6 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 1.4 p 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 256,881,530 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
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Watkin Jones Stock Smart Score
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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
-5.86%
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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