Croda International PLC (GB:49GP)
LSE:49GP
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49GP Stock Chart & Stats
87.00 p
-2.00 p(-2.17%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
87.00 p
-2.00 p(-2.17%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range84.00 p - 93.00 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume183.00K
Average Volume (3M)173.00
Market Cap
£4.29B
Enterprise Value4.85B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£172.80M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£696.60M
Price to Earnings (P/E)71.4
Beta0.03
Next Earnings
Jul 28, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield7.59%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.45
Shares Outstanding499,000
10 Day Avg. Volume516
30 Day Avg. Volume173
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.99
Price to Book (P/B)1.72
Price to Sales (P/S)2.21
P/FCF Ratio21.91
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)N/A
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Resilient Cash GenerationA strong free cash flow rebound provides durable funding for capex, dividends and the GBP100m transformation programme without excessive external finance. Reliable cash conversion cushions cyclical earnings, supports deleveraging targets and enables strategic reinvestment over the next 2–6 months.
Clear Medium-term Financial FrameworkA defined 2028 plan with concrete growth, margin and savings targets gives operational clarity and accountability. If delivery persists, it should structurally improve margins, ROIC and cash conversion, aligning incentives and guiding capital allocation over the medium term.
Diversified Portfolio And InnovationGrowth in patented and new ingredients and fast-selling product launches reflect durable R&D and commercial capabilities. A diversified end-market mix and product differentiation support pricing power, customer stickiness and exposure to faster-growing regions over the coming months.
Bears Say
Large Exceptional Charges & ImpairmentsMaterial non‑cash impairments and one-offs reflect prior investment and footprint choices and have sharply reduced reported profitability. Continued optimization may prompt further charges, eroding reported earnings and capital cushions and complicating comparability of future results.
Muted Organic Growth And Earnings VolatilityFlat top-line and large swings in net income indicate underlying demand and mix weakness plus below-the-line volatility. Sustained revenue stagnation and earnings variability hinder margin sustainability, make hitting dividend and ROIC targets harder, and raise execution risk.
Balance-sheet Erosion TrendAlthough leverage remains moderate, falling equity and higher debt in 2025 reduce financial headroom. If profitability stays pressured, the shrinking equity base could constrain M&A, capex and dividend flexibility and increase vulnerability to future earnings or cash shocks.
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49GP FAQ
What was Croda International PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Croda International PLC lowest share price was 84.00 p and its highest was 93.00 p in the past 12 months.
What is Croda International PLC’s market cap?
Croda International PLC’s market cap is £4.29B.
When is Croda International PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Croda International PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 28, 2026 which is in 40 days.
How were Croda International PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Currently, no data Available
Is Croda International PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Croda International PLC’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Croda International PLC pay dividends?
Croda International PLC pays a Semiannually dividend of 3.3 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 7.59%. See more information on Croda International PLC dividends here
What is Croda International PLC’s EPS estimate?
Croda International PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Croda International PLC have?
Croda International PLC has 499,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Croda International PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Currently, no data Available
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Croda International PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:49GP
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Company Description
Croda International PLC
Croda International Plc, founded in 1925 and based in Goole, UK, is a global enterprise dedicated to the innovation, production, and distribution of specialty chemicals. Its extensive reach covers Europe, the Middle East, Africa, North America, Asia, and Latin America, with operations segmented into Consumer Care, Life Sciences, Performance Technologies, and Industrial Chemicals. The company offers a vast portfolio of products serving diverse industries. This includes specialized ingredients for personal care items like skin, hair, sun, and oral hygiene, as well as cosmetics, deodorants, and men's grooming. In the agricultural sector, Croda supplies additives for crop protection, seed enhancement, and animal health, alongside bio-stimulants. For automotive and industrial applications, its offerings range from lubricant additives, coatings, and polymers to vehicle cleaning chemicals and specialty additives for plastics, batteries, and catalysts. Additionally, Croda provides solutions for construction chemicals, dietary supplements, active pharmaceutical ingredients, and advanced materials for electronics and devices. Other key product areas encompass food additives, specialty polymer additives for furniture, household and industrial cleaning products, oleochemicals, paints and coatings, and materials for packaging, print, and paper industries. A significant focus is on its bio-based phase change materials, engineered for thermal management in applications such as buildings, healthcare, electronics, food refrigeration, temperature-controlled packaging, and vehicles.