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Bunzl plc
(LSE:BNZL)
Bunzl plc (BNZL) vs. iShares MSCI United Kingdom ETF (EWC)
Bunzl plc Business Overview & Revenue Model
Bunzl plc Earnings Call Summary
Bunzl plc Financial Statement Overview
| Breakdown | Dec 2024 | Dec 2023 | Dec 2022 | Dec 2021 | Dec 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Income Statement | |||||
| Total Revenue | 11.78B | 11.80B | 12.04B | 10.29B | 10.11B |
| Gross Profit | 3.39B | 3.19B | 1.62B | 1.31B | 1.38B |
| EBITDA | 1.22B | 1.18B | 1.03B | 909.00M | 896.20M |
| Net Income | 500.40M | 526.20M | 474.40M | 442.80M | 430.00M |
Balance Sheet | |||||
| Total Assets | 9.53B | 8.75B | 8.85B | 7.20B | 6.91B |
| Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | 1.43B | 1.43B | 1.50B | 776.90M | 944.30M |
| Total Debt | 3.72B | 3.09B | 3.13B | 2.59B | 2.71B |
| Total Liabilities | 6.74B | 5.78B | 6.13B | 4.99B | 4.99B |
| Stockholders Equity | 2.79B | 2.97B | 2.72B | 2.20B | 1.92B |
Cash Flow | |||||
| Free Cash Flow | 856.50M | 845.70M | 859.20M | 665.60M | 715.60M |
| Operating Cash Flow | 910.90M | 904.00M | 905.90M | 698.30M | 748.70M |
| Investing Cash Flow | -609.10M | -339.50M | -239.40M | -466.70M | -395.10M |
| Financing Cash Flow | -381.10M | -666.90M | -269.10M | -415.20M | -65.60M |
Bunzl plc Technical Analysis
Bunzl plc Peers Comparison
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
77 Outperform | £1.72B | 17.22 | 23.48% | 4.25% | 15.25% | 25.57% | |
75 Outperform | £2.10B | 49.69 | 4.71% | 2.00% | -0.68% | -78.93% | |
73 Outperform | £7.62B | 15.62 | 17.39% | 3.38% | -0.18% | -4.60% | |
71 Outperform | £6.48B | 38.68 | 18.41% | 0.37% | 15.75% | 44.11% | |
69 Neutral | £8.89B | 29.03 | 7.38% | 2.47% | 1.13% | -19.48% | |
65 Neutral | £202.64M | 11.30 | 15.19% | 6.34% | 19.01% | -15.21% | |
65 Neutral | $10.77B | 15.80 | 5.51% | 1.90% | 3.03% | -26.66% |
Bunzl plc Corporate Events
Bunzl plc announced a transaction involving James McCool, the Chief Executive Officer for North America, who executed a non-discretionary purchase of shares through the Bunzl Employee Stock Purchase Plan. This transaction, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflects the company’s ongoing efforts to align management interests with shareholder value, potentially impacting stakeholder confidence and market perception.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:BNZL) stock is a Sell with a £2800.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Bunzl plc stock, see the GB:BNZL Stock Forecast page.
Bunzl plc announced that as of June 30, 2025, its share capital consists of 327,662,849 ordinary shares, each carrying one vote. 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:BNZL) stock is a Sell with a £2800.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Bunzl plc stock, see the GB:BNZL Stock Forecast page.
Bunzl plc announced a transaction involving Alberto Grau, Managing Director for Continental Europe, who acquired shares through the Bunzl Deferred Annual Share Bonus Scheme. Grau exercised options granted in 2021 and 2022, acquiring a total of 9,991 shares and subsequently selling 4,390 shares to cover associated costs. This transaction highlights Bunzl’s ongoing commitment to aligning management incentives with shareholder interests, potentially impacting the company’s market perception and stakeholder confidence.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:BNZL) stock is a Sell with a £2800.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Bunzl plc stock, see the GB:BNZL Stock Forecast page.
Bunzl plc announced recent transactions involving its Chairman, Peter Ventress, and Non-executive Director, Jacqueline Simmonds, who have both purchased ordinary shares in the company. These transactions, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflect a vote of confidence in Bunzl’s market position and future prospects, potentially signaling stability and growth to stakeholders.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:BNZL) stock is a Sell with a £2800.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Bunzl plc stock, see the GB:BNZL Stock Forecast page.
Bunzl plc announced that its trading is in line with expectations, with a 4% increase in group revenue at constant exchange rates compared to the previous year, driven by acquisitions. The company has agreed to acquire Solupack, a Brazilian distributor, to enhance its offerings in the food industry, pending regulatory approval. Bunzl’s operating margin is expected to remain stable, and the company is focused on improving performance in its largest markets. The acquisition aligns with Bunzl’s strategy of compounding growth and navigating economic uncertainties through diversification.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:BNZL) stock is a Sell with a £2800.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Bunzl plc stock, see the GB:BNZL Stock Forecast page.
Bunzl plc announced a transaction involving the purchase of 4,471 ordinary shares by Alexia Howes, a person closely associated with the company’s Chief Financial Officer, Richard Howes. The shares were acquired at a price of £22.19 each on the London Stock Exchange. This transaction reflects confidence in the company’s market position and may have implications for stakeholders regarding the financial strategies of Bunzl’s leadership.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:BNZL) stock is a Sell with a £2800.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Bunzl plc stock, see the GB:BNZL Stock Forecast page.
Bunzl plc announced a transaction involving its North America CEO, James McCool, who purchased ordinary shares through the Bunzl Employee Stock Purchase Plan. The transaction, which took place on the London Stock Exchange, involved the acquisition of 45 shares at a price of $28.0217 each. This move highlights the executive’s confidence in the company’s future prospects and may positively influence stakeholder perceptions.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:BNZL) stock is a Hold with a £2500.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Bunzl plc stock, see the GB:BNZL Stock Forecast page.
Bunzl plc announced a transaction involving the transfer of 89,940 ordinary shares by Richard Howes, the Chief Financial Officer, to Alexia Howes, a person closely associated with him, for nil consideration. This transaction, conducted outside of a trading venue, reflects internal share management and may indicate strategic financial planning within the company’s executive team.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:BNZL) stock is a Hold with a £32.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Bunzl plc stock, see the GB:BNZL Stock Forecast page.
Bunzl plc announced a transaction involving its CEO, Frank van Zanten, who transferred 150,000 ordinary shares to Nathalie van Zanten, a person closely associated with him, for nil consideration. This transaction, conducted outside of a trading venue, reflects internal share movements and may indicate strategic financial planning within the company’s leadership.
Bunzl plc announced a series of transactions involving Jonathan Taylor, Managing Director for Latin America, who acquired and sold shares as part of the company’s Long Term Incentive Plan and Deferred Annual Share Bonus Scheme. These transactions, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, highlight the company’s ongoing commitment to aligning management incentives with shareholder interests, potentially impacting stakeholder confidence and market perception.
Bunzl plc announced that Diana Breeze, Director of Group Human Resources, acquired 398 ordinary shares at an option price of £22.56 per share. This transaction was executed following the exercise of options granted in April 2022 under the Bunzl plc Sharesave Scheme, and it took place on the London Stock Exchange. This acquisition reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to employee investment and engagement through its Sharesave Scheme, potentially enhancing stakeholder confidence in its human resources leadership and strategic direction.
Bunzl plc announced a transaction involving its Chief Executive Officer for North America, James McCool, who purchased shares through the Bunzl Employee Stock Purchase Plan. This transaction, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflects executive confidence in the company’s performance and may positively influence stakeholder perceptions.
Bunzl plc announced that as of April 30, 2025, its share capital consists of 327,590,567 ordinary shares, each carrying one vote per share. 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.
Bunzl plc has applied for a block listing of 50,000 ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange, with shares expected to be admitted on 2 May 2025. This move is aimed at fulfilling options granted under the company’s Sharesave Schemes, reflecting Bunzl’s ongoing commitment to employee investment and engagement.
Bunzl plc has announced its strategic expansion into the Chilean healthcare market by acquiring Hospitalia, a major healthcare distributor in Chile, pending competition authority clearance. Additionally, Bunzl has completed the acquisition of Inpakomed, a Dutch company specializing in sterile product packaging solutions, enhancing its offerings in the Netherlands. These acquisitions align with Bunzl’s strategy of self-funded, value-accretive growth and strengthen its market position in both regions.
Bunzl plc announced a transaction involving Daniela Barone Soares, a non-executive director, who purchased 431 ordinary shares at a price of £23.07128 each. This transaction, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, highlights the ongoing engagement of company leadership in Bunzl’s financial activities, potentially signaling confidence in the company’s market position.
Bunzl plc announced transactions involving the acquisition and sale of shares by key managerial personnel, Suzanne Jefferies and Andrew Mooney, under the company’s share bonus and long-term incentive plans. These transactions, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflect the exercise of awards granted in previous years, with shares sold to cover associated costs. This activity underscores Bunzl’s commitment to aligning management incentives with shareholder interests, potentially impacting stakeholder confidence and market perception.
Bunzl plc announced transactions involving its CEO, Frank van Zanten, and Managing Director for UK & Ireland, Dale Stokes, who both increased their shareholdings through the exercise of awards granted under company incentive plans. These transactions, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflect the company’s ongoing commitment to aligning management interests with shareholder value, potentially enhancing investor confidence and market positioning.
Bunzl plc announced that all resolutions proposed at its Annual General Meeting held on April 23, 2025, were successfully passed by shareholders. The resolutions included the reappointment of directors, approval of the remuneration report, and authority to allot shares, reflecting strong shareholder support and strategic continuity for the company. The approval of these resolutions is expected to bolster Bunzl’s operational stability and enhance its market positioning, benefiting stakeholders by ensuring continued leadership and governance.
Bunzl plc announced a transaction involving Alexia Howes, who is closely associated with Richard Howes, the Chief Financial Officer. The transaction involved the purchase of 4,380 ordinary shares at a price of £22.88 per share, conducted on the London Stock Exchange. This purchase signifies confidence in the company’s market position and could have implications for investor sentiment.
Bunzl plc announced a series of share purchases by its executives and closely associated individuals, indicating strong internal confidence in the company’s future prospects. The transactions, conducted on April 16, 2025, on the London Stock Exchange, involved significant purchases by key figures including the CEO and CFO, which may positively influence stakeholder perception and market positioning.
Bunzl plc has applied for a block listing of 50,000 ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange, with the shares expected to be admitted on April 17, 2025. This move is intended to satisfy options granted under the company’s Sharesave Scheme and International Sharesave Plan, potentially enhancing employee engagement and aligning interests with shareholders.
Bunzl plc announced the repurchase of 673 of its ordinary shares at a price of £30.4800 each, as part of its ongoing share buyback program initiated on 3 March 2025. This transaction, conducted through UBS AG London Branch, aligns with the authority granted at the company’s 2024 Annual General Meeting. The repurchased shares will be canceled, leaving Bunzl with 327,590,523 shares in issue, impacting the total number of voting rights and potentially influencing shareholder interests.
Bunzl plc announced a challenging first quarter, with a 2.6% revenue growth at constant exchange rates but a significant decline in adjusted operating profit due to margin pressures in North America and Continental Europe. The company has revised its 2025 guidance, expecting moderate revenue growth and a lower operating margin, while implementing strategic actions to improve performance, including leadership changes and cost-saving initiatives, to strengthen its long-term growth platform.
Bunzl plc announced the repurchase of 32,845 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange, as part of its ongoing share buyback program initiated on March 3, 2025. The repurchased shares will be canceled, and the company now has 327,591,196 ordinary shares in issue. This move is part of Bunzl’s strategy to enhance shareholder value and optimize its capital structure, reflecting confidence in its financial position and future prospects.
Bunzl plc has announced the repurchase of 33,257 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange, as part of a share buyback program authorized by shareholders. The company intends to cancel these shares, which will adjust the total number of voting rights to 327,623,839. This move is part of a broader buyback initiative that has seen Bunzl repurchase over 2 million shares since March 2025, potentially enhancing shareholder value and optimizing the company’s capital structure.
Bunzl plc announced the grant of restricted share awards to several key executives under its Long Term Incentive Plan (2024). This move, involving a total of 176,720 ordinary shares, is aimed at aligning the interests of the management with those of the shareholders and enhancing the company’s competitive positioning by incentivizing its leadership team.
Bunzl plc, a company involved in the distribution and outsourcing services, has announced the repurchase of 33,367 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange, with the intention to cancel these shares. This move is part of a larger share buyback program initiated in March 2025, through which the company has repurchased a total of 2,049,890 shares. The repurchase is expected to impact the company’s total voting rights, which will now stand at 327,657,096, potentially affecting shareholder interests and market positioning.
Bunzl plc has announced the repurchase of 84,852 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange, as part of its ongoing share buyback program initiated in March 2025. The shares were bought at an average price of £28.9865 and are intended to be canceled, reducing the total number of shares in issue to 327,690,463. This move is part of Bunzl’s strategy to enhance shareholder value and optimize its capital structure.
Bunzl plc has announced the repurchase of 83,000 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange, with plans to cancel these shares. This move is part of a broader share buyback program initiated in March 2025, which has seen the company repurchase a total of 1,931,671 shares. The cancellation of shares is expected to impact the total number of voting rights, now standing at 327,775,315, which shareholders can use as a reference for their interests under regulatory guidelines.
Bunzl plc has announced the repurchase of 86,062 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange, as part of a buyback program initiated in March 2025. This move, which involves canceling the repurchased shares, is expected to impact the company’s share capital structure by reducing the number of shares in circulation, potentially enhancing shareholder value.
Bunzl plc has announced the repurchase of 33,136 of its ordinary shares, executed through UBS AG London Branch on the London Stock Exchange. This transaction is part of a broader share buyback program initiated in March 2025, under which Bunzl has repurchased a total of 1,762,609 shares. The company plans to cancel the purchased shares, which will adjust the total number of voting rights to 327,944,377, potentially impacting shareholder interests and market perception.
Bunzl plc announced the repurchase of 32,995 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange, as part of its ongoing share buyback program. The shares were bought at an average price of £30.3022 per share, and the company intends to cancel these shares, impacting the total number of voting rights. This move is part of a broader strategy to optimize capital structure and return value to shareholders, with a total of 1,729,473 shares repurchased since the program’s inception.