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Associated British Foods
(LSE:ABF)
Associated British Foods (ABF) vs. iShares MSCI United Kingdom ETF (EWC)
Associated British Foods Business Overview & Revenue Model
Associated British Foods Earnings Call Summary
Associated British Foods Financial Statement Overview
| Breakdown | TTM | Sep 2024 | Sep 2023 | Sep 2022 | Sep 2021 | Sep 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Income Statement | ||||||
| Total Revenue | 19.85B | 20.07B | 19.75B | 17.00B | 13.88B | 13.94B |
| Gross Profit | 1.73B | 4.88B | 4.16B | 3.78B | 3.13B | 3.14B |
| EBITDA | 2.65B | 3.13B | 2.48B | 2.13B | 1.80B | 1.81B |
| Net Income | 1.31B | 1.46B | 1.04B | 700.00M | 478.00M | 455.00M |
Balance Sheet | ||||||
| Total Assets | 18.68B | 19.01B | 18.84B | 19.77B | 16.89B | 16.67B |
| Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | 824.00M | 1.66B | 1.46B | 2.13B | 2.31B | 2.03B |
| Total Debt | 3.60B | 3.68B | 3.72B | 3.89B | 3.69B | 4.11B |
| Total Liabilities | 7.58B | 7.74B | 7.65B | 8.22B | 6.89B | 7.23B |
| Stockholders Equity | 10.99B | 11.19B | 11.09B | 11.45B | 9.92B | 9.36B |
Cash Flow | ||||||
| Free Cash Flow | 1.38B | 1.79B | 614.00M | 380.00M | 742.00M | 1.08B |
| Operating Cash Flow | 2.48B | 2.87B | 1.69B | 1.15B | 1.37B | 1.70B |
| Investing Cash Flow | -1.15B | -1.33B | -1.06B | -854.00M | -656.00M | -574.00M |
| Financing Cash Flow | -1.85B | -1.57B | -1.16B | -563.00M | -373.00M | -572.00M |
Associated British Foods Technical Analysis
Associated British Foods Peers Comparison
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
79 Outperform | £1.72B | 13.98 | 9.02% | 1.02% | 5.90% | 11.24% | |
78 Outperform | £2.90B | 21.50 | 14.14% | 0.93% | 8.74% | -8.69% | |
76 Outperform | £2.33B | 37.23 | 3.39% | 3.78% | -11.03% | -2.05% | |
76 Outperform | £787.18M | 20.02 | 12.74% | 4.22% | -0.03% | 7.88% | |
75 Outperform | £1.28B | 23.18 | 9.10% | 3.21% | 4.03% | 3.21% | |
74 Outperform | £14.87B | 11.74 | 11.89% | 1.48% | -0.38% | 14.68% | |
67 Neutral | £10.26B | 6.03 | 4.94% | 3.15% | -1.25% | 2.65% |
Associated British Foods Corporate Events
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 581 ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This transaction, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflects the company’s strategic financial management to enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares in circulation.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Hold with a £2150.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods has announced challenges in its Sugar business, particularly with its bioethanol division, Vivergo, due to regulatory issues and a new trade deal with the US allowing tariff-free ethanol imports. The UK Government has committed to negotiations to find a sustainable solution, but Vivergo is preparing for a potential closure if no resolution is reached. Meanwhile, ABF’s Spanish sugar business, Azucarera, has completed an operational review and is restructuring to improve efficiency by reducing its manufacturing footprint. Despite high rainfall affecting the processing season in Africa, ABF maintains its financial guidance for the Sugar business for the year.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Hold with a £2150.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 250,000 ordinary shares as part of its share repurchase program, with shares bought from Barclays Capital Securities Limited. This transaction reflects the company’s strategic financial management to enhance shareholder value and optimize its capital structure, potentially impacting its market positioning and shareholder interests positively.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Hold with a £2150.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 150,000 of its ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its share repurchase program. This move, executed on the London Stock Exchange, is part of the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and return value to shareholders, potentially impacting its stock price and market perception.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Hold with a £2150.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 200,000 of its ordinary shares as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This move, executed through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, is part of the company’s strategy to enhance shareholder value and optimize its capital structure, which may positively impact its market positioning and investor confidence.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Hold with a £2150.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 80,000 of its ordinary shares at an average price of GBp 2064.6591, as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This transaction, executed through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, reflects the company’s strategy to enhance shareholder value and optimize its capital structure, potentially impacting its stock performance and investor relations.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Hold with a £2150.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods plc announced a share buyback, purchasing 123,170 of its ordinary shares at an average price of GBp 2029.5239. This transaction, conducted through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, is part of the company’s ongoing share repurchase program and aims to cancel the repurchased shares, potentially enhancing shareholder value and optimizing the company’s capital structure.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Hold with a £2150.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 205,223 of its ordinary shares as part of its share repurchase programme. This transaction, executed through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, reflects the company’s strategic move to optimize its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares in circulation.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Hold with a £2150.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods plc has repurchased 110,000 of its ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This move, announced on June 11, 2025, is aimed at canceling the shares to potentially enhance shareholder value and optimize the company’s capital structure.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Hold with a £2150.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods PLC has repurchased 125,661 of its ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its share repurchase program. This transaction, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflects the company’s strategic initiative to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Hold with a £2150.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods announced the repurchase and cancellation of 100,000 ordinary shares as part of its share repurchase program. This transaction, executed through Barclays Capital Securities, reflects the company’s strategy to enhance shareholder value and optimize its capital structure, potentially impacting its stock market performance and stakeholder interests.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Hold with a £2150.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 150,000 of its ordinary shares as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This transaction, executed through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, reflects the company’s strategic financial management aimed at enhancing shareholder value. The move could potentially strengthen the company’s market position by optimizing its capital structure and signaling confidence in its financial health.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Hold with a £2750.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 110,000 ordinary shares as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This transaction, executed through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, reflects the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares outstanding.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Hold with a £2750.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 476,444 of its ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its share buyback program. This move, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, is part of the company’s strategy to enhance shareholder value and optimize its capital structure, potentially impacting its market positioning and investor relations positively.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Buy with a £26.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 180,000 of its ordinary shares as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This transaction, conducted through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, reflects the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Hold with a £2150.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods announced the repurchase and cancellation of 189,269 ordinary shares as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. The transaction, conducted through Barclays Capital Securities, reflects the company’s strategy to optimize its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Hold with a £2150.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 59,318 of its ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This move, executed on the London Stock Exchange, reflects the company’s strategy to enhance shareholder value and optimize its capital structure, potentially impacting its market positioning and investor relations.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Hold with a £2150.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods PLC announced that it has 721,479,077 ordinary shares admitted to trading, each carrying one vote at general meetings. This information is crucial for shareholders to determine their notification requirements under the Financial Conduct Authority’s rules, impacting how they manage their interests in the company.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Hold with a £2150.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 210,000 of its ordinary shares as part of its share repurchase program. This move, executed through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, is intended to optimize the company’s capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares outstanding.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Hold with a £2150.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 120,000 of its ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This move is part of a strategic effort to manage the company’s capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value, reflecting confidence in its financial stability and future prospects.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Hold with a £2150.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 48,848 of its ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its share buyback program. This transaction, executed on the London Stock Exchange, reflects the company’s ongoing efforts to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Hold with a £2150.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 100,000 of its ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This transaction, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflects the company’s strategic initiative to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Buy with a £2650.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods plc has announced the repurchase and cancellation of 250,000 of its ordinary shares as part of its share repurchase program. This transaction, executed through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, reflects the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares outstanding.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Hold with a £2150.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods announced the repurchase and cancellation of 15,199 ordinary shares as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This transaction, executed through Barclays Capital Securities, is part of the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Hold with a £2150.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 90,000 of its ordinary shares as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This transaction, conducted through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, reflects the company’s strategic financial management efforts and may impact shareholder value by reducing the number of shares outstanding, potentially increasing earnings per share.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Hold with a £2150.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods plc has repurchased 15,943 of its ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its share repurchase program. The shares were bought at an average price of 2087 pence per share and will be canceled, potentially impacting the company’s share value and benefiting shareholders by reducing the total number of shares outstanding.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Buy with a £26.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 210,000 ordinary shares as part of its ongoing share buyback program. This transaction, executed through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, reflects the company’s strategy to enhance shareholder value and optimize its capital structure.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Buy with a £26.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods has announced the repurchase and cancellation of 40,000 of its ordinary shares as part of its share buyback program. This move, executed through Barclays Capital Securities, is part of the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and return value to shareholders, potentially impacting its stock liquidity and market perception.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Buy with a £26.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 135,749 of its ordinary shares as part of its share repurchase program. This transaction, executed through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, reflects the company’s ongoing strategy to manage its capital structure and return value to shareholders, potentially impacting its stock market performance and investor relations.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:ABF) stock is a Buy with a £26.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Associated British Foods stock, see the GB:ABF Stock Forecast page.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 3,717 of its ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This transaction, executed on the London Stock Exchange and other venues, reflects the company’s strategy to optimize its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 27,855 ordinary shares as part of its share buyback program. This move, executed through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, reflects the company’s ongoing strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 280,000 of its ordinary shares, as part of its share repurchase program. This transaction, conducted through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, reflects the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value, indicating a focus on optimizing financial performance and market positioning.
Associated British Foods has announced the removal of share pledges held by the G H Weston 1964 Settlement Trust, which benefits George Weston, the company’s CEO, and others. This move, conducted outside a trading venue, may impact the company’s market perception by reducing the encumbrance on its shares, potentially enhancing stakeholder confidence.
Associated British Foods PLC has confirmed discussions with Endless LLP regarding a potential transaction, though no definitive terms have been agreed upon. The company is exploring strategic options for its Allied Bakeries division, which is currently facing a challenging market environment, with the aim of enhancing long-term shareholder value.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 104,608 of its ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This move, executed on the London Stock Exchange, reflects the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.
Associated British Foods PLC has announced the repurchase and cancellation of 98,044 of its ordinary shares as part of its share buyback program. This transaction, conducted through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, reflects the company’s strategic move to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value. The buyback could signal confidence in the company’s financial health and future prospects, potentially impacting its stock performance positively.
Associated British Foods announced the repurchase and cancellation of 400,000 of its ordinary shares as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This transaction, executed through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, reflects the company’s strategic initiative to manage its capital structure, potentially enhancing shareholder value and signaling confidence in its financial stability.
Associated British Foods PLC announced that it has 723,947,618 ordinary shares admitted to trading, each carrying one vote at general meetings. This information is crucial for shareholders to determine their reporting obligations under the Financial Conduct Authority’s rules, as the company holds no shares in treasury.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 528,578 of its ordinary shares as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This transaction, executed through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, reflects the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares outstanding.
Associated British Foods has announced an interim dividend of 20.7 pence per ordinary share, to be paid on 4 July 2025, following its interim results for the 24-week period ended 1 March 2025. The company offers a dividend reinvestment plan, allowing shareholders to reinvest dividends into company shares, with the final date for elections being 13 June 2025.
Associated British Foods reported its interim results for the 24 weeks ending March 1, 2025, showing a mixed performance across its divisions. While the company saw growth in its Retail and Ingredients sectors, with Primark performing well in Europe and the US, its Sugar division faced challenges due to low European sugar prices and losses in its UK bioethanol business, Vivergo. The company remains optimistic about its long-term growth prospects, supported by a strong balance sheet and continued investment in capacity and technology.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 90,000 of its ordinary shares on April 25, 2025, as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. The shares were bought from Barclays Capital Securities Limited at an average price of GBp 2206.3713, with the transaction adhering to the London Stock Exchange rules. This move is part of the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.
Associated British Foods PLC announced a share repurchase transaction on April 24, 2025, where it bought back 2,030 of its ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited at an average price of 2190 pence per share. This move is part of its ongoing share repurchase program aimed at enhancing shareholder value by reducing the number of shares in circulation, potentially impacting the company’s stock price and market perception positively.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 16,061 of its ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its share buyback program. This move, executed on the London Stock Exchange, reflects the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 150,000 of its ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. The transaction, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflects the company’s strategic initiative to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 10,482 of its ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. The transaction, conducted on the London Stock Exchange and other venues, reflects the company’s strategic focus on optimizing its capital structure and potentially enhancing shareholder value.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 400,000 ordinary shares as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This move, executed through Barclays Capital Securities Limited, is part of the company’s strategy to enhance shareholder value and optimize its capital structure, potentially impacting its market positioning and shareholder relations.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 80,000 ordinary shares as part of its share buyback program. This transaction, executed through Barclays Capital Securities, reflects the company’s strategic financial management aimed at enhancing shareholder value and optimizing capital structure.
Associated British Foods plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of 9,328 of its ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This transaction, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflects the company’s strategic move to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.
Associated British Foods PLC announced the repurchase of 18,684 ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its share buyback program. The transaction, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, is part of the company’s strategy to enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares in circulation.
Associated British Foods PLC announced the repurchase and cancellation of 210,000 of its ordinary shares as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. The shares were acquired from Barclays Capital Securities Limited at an average price of 1933.5879 pence per share. This transaction is part of the company’s strategy to optimize its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.
Associated British Foods PLC has announced a change in the breakdown of voting rights, with Wittington Investments Limited now holding 58.091065% of the voting rights, up from a previous 57.090458%. This adjustment in voting rights signifies a strengthened position for Wittington Investments Limited within the company, potentially impacting corporate governance and decision-making processes.
Associated British Foods PLC announced the repurchase and cancellation of 130,000 of its ordinary shares from Barclays Capital Securities Limited as part of its ongoing share repurchase program. This transaction, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflects the company’s strategic financial management and is likely to impact its share value positively, benefiting shareholders by potentially enhancing earnings per share.
Associated British Foods plc has announced that it has 725,144,203 ordinary shares admitted to trading, each carrying one vote at general meetings. This information is crucial for shareholders to determine their notification requirements under the Financial Conduct Authority’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules, highlighting the company’s commitment to regulatory compliance and transparency.
Associated British Foods plc announced the resignation of Paul Marchant as Primark’s Chief Executive following an investigation into his conduct. Eoin Tonge, ABF Finance Director, will temporarily assume the role of Primark Chief Executive, while Joana Edwards will serve as interim ABF Finance Director. The company emphasizes its commitment to maintaining a respectful and inclusive work environment, underscoring the importance of integrity and responsibility in its operations.