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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
75 Outperform | £7.05B | 40.84 | 18.41% | 114.45% | 15.75% | 44.11% | |
75 Outperform | £1.75B | 17.44 | 23.48% | 304.10% | 14.34% | -16.43% | |
75 Outperform | £2.13B | 50.41 | 4.71% | 144.71% | -0.68% | -78.93% | |
73 Outperform | £7.59B | 15.42 | 17.39% | 294.27% | -0.18% | -4.60% | |
69 Neutral | £9.46B | 30.15 | 7.38% | 180.62% | 1.13% | -19.48% | |
65 Neutral | £209.34M | 11.54 | 15.19% | 458.00% | 19.01% | -15.21% | |
63 Neutral | kr61.10B | 12.50 | 1.88% | 2.33% | 0.13% | -4.39% |
Bunzl plc Corporate Events
Bunzl plc announced a transaction involving its Chief Executive Officer for North America, James McCool, who acquired ordinary shares through a non-discretionary transaction. This acquisition followed the reinvestment of the company’s 2024 final dividend, with the transaction taking place on the London Stock Exchange. This move reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to aligning management interests with shareholder value, potentially strengthening its market position and stakeholder confidence.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:BNZL) stock is a Buy with a £3500.00 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 Chief Executive Officer for North America, James McCool, who acquired shares through a non-discretionary transaction. This acquisition was part of the reinvestment of the 2024 final dividend under the Bunzl Employee Stock Purchase Plan (US), highlighting the company’s ongoing commitment to employee investment and shareholder value. The transaction took place on July 8, 2025, at the London Stock Exchange.
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 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.