Contract-based B2B ModelA contract catering model with long-term B2B and public-sector agreements provides durable revenue visibility and client stickiness. Multi-sector exposure (workplace, education, healthcare) reduces demand volatility and supports stable baseline volumes and recurring fees over months.

Revenue Recovery And Margin ImprovementDouble-digit revenue growth and improving operating margins reflect regained demand and better cost control. Sustained top-line recovery enables scale efficiencies in purchasing and labor deployment, supporting longer-term margin improvement if trends persist across contracts.

Strong Free Cash Flow GrowthA near-50% jump in free cash flow materially strengthens financial flexibility: it funds capex, supports working capital needs, and enables debt paydown. Improved FCF is a durable indicator of operational cash conversion and resilience through business cycles.

Bears Say

High LeverageA debt-to-equity ratio around 1.56 signals substantial leverage that raises refinancing and interest-rate exposure. High debt limits strategic flexibility, increases fixed costs, and makes the company more sensitive to revenue shocks or margin pressure over the medium term.

Low Net ProfitabilityA net margin near 1.4% leaves a thin buffer against cost inflation or contract pricing pressures. Low end profitability reduces retained earnings for investment and heightens dependency on operational improvements or volume growth to generate sustainable shareholder returns.

Weak Cash ConversionLow conversion of reported profits into operating cash implies working-capital sensitivity or timing mismatches. Persistent weak cash conversion can constrain liquidity, curb ability to deleverage or invest, and amplify stress during slower demand periods.

0QVP FAQ

What was Elior Group SA’s price range in the past 12 months?

Elior Group SA lowest share price was €2.04 and its highest was €3.17 in the past 12 months.

What is Elior Group SA’s market cap?

Elior Group SA’s market cap is €600.86M.

When is Elior Group SA’s upcoming earnings report date?

Elior Group SA’s upcoming earnings report date is May 20, 2026 which is in 59 days.

How were Elior Group SA’s earnings last quarter?

Elior Group SA released its earnings results on Nov 19, 2025. The company reported €0.02 earnings per share for the quarter, the consensus estimate of €0.02 by €0.

Is Elior Group SA overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts Elior Group SA’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does Elior Group SA pay dividends?

Elior Group SA does not currently pay dividends.

What is Elior Group SA’s EPS estimate?

Elior Group SA’s EPS estimate is 0.23.

How many shares outstanding does Elior Group SA have?

Elior Group SA has 253,611,820 shares outstanding.

What happened to Elior Group SA’s price movement after its last earnings report?

Elior Group SA reported an EPS of €0.02 in its last earnings report, expectations of €0.02. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.732%.

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Company Description

Elior Group SA

Elior Group SA offers contract catering and support services in France, the United States, the United Kingdom, Spain, Italy, India, and internationally. The company provides contract catering services to business, education, and health and welfare sectors under the Elior brand. It also offers a range of value-added services under the Elior Services brand, such as cleaning and hygiene services for hotels, industrial sites, shops and retail outlets, and food industries; biological cleaning and hospitality services in the healthcare sector; and facility management and support services, including reception, internal mail handling, minor repairs and maintenance, and gardening for corporate clients. The company operates approximately 22,700 restaurants and points of sale. Elior Group SA was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Paris, France.