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CARD Stock Chart & Stats
69.30 p
-1.02 p(-1.11%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
69.30 p
-1.02 p(-1.11%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range58.30 p - 115.70 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume167.16K
Average Volume (3M)1.06M
Market Cap
£230.13M
Enterprise Value410.68M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£18.80M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£208.50M
Price to Earnings (P/E)7.5
Beta0.90
Next Earnings
Sep 29, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield7.08%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.09
Shares Outstanding342,969,400
10 Day Avg. Volume1,026,318
30 Day Avg. Volume1,061,253
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.21
Price to Book (P/B)0.66
Price to Sales (P/S)0.40
P/FCF Ratio2.56
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£116.67Price Target Upside68.35% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)0.13
Revenue Forecast (FY)£611.49M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Improved Leverage & Balance SheetMaterial debt reduction and a modest debt-to-equity position give the company durable financial flexibility. A stronger balance sheet lowers refinancing risk, supports dividend policy and share of investment, and provides capacity to fund capex or weather demand shocks without urgent external financing.
Consistent Revenue ExpansionSustained revenue growth since 2021 indicates stable demand for celebration products across its store estate and online channels. This persistent top-line expansion supports scale advantages in sourcing and manufacturing, aiding gross margin resilience and repeatable cash generation over the medium term.
Strong Cash Generation HistoryHistorically solid operating and free cash flow demonstrate good cash conversion and operating discipline. Reliable cash generation underpins capacity to fund dividends, deleverage, and invest in store or digital channels, enhancing resilience to cyclical pressures and enabling strategic reinvestment over time.
Bears Say
2026 Margin & FCF DeteriorationA clear step-down in margins and free cash flow in 2026 signals structural pressure on profitability—whether from cost inflation, pricing limits, or mix shifts. Persisting margin compression would reduce internal funding, weaken returns and constrain strategic options like expansion or sustained shareholder distributions.
Decelerating Revenue Growth RateSlowing revenue growth vs earlier rebounds suggests the business may be approaching market saturation or facing tougher competitive/pricing dynamics. Reduced top-line momentum limits operating leverage and potential earnings upside, making long-term profit improvement more dependent on margin restoration or new channels.
Weakened Returns On EquityDeclining ROE versus recent years points to reduced capital efficiency, likely from lower margins or slowed sales. Persistently weaker returns diminish shareholder value creation, may pressure payout sustainability, and can limit the company's ability to finance growth organically without diluting returns.
Card Factory News
CARD FAQ
What was Card Factory PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Card Factory PLC lowest share price was 58.30 p and its highest was 115.70 p in the past 12 months.
What is Card Factory PLC’s market cap?
Card Factory PLC’s market cap is £230.13M.
When is Card Factory PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Card Factory PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 29, 2026 which is in 89 days.
How were Card Factory PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Card Factory PLC released its earnings results on Apr 28, 2026. The company reported 0.074 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by 0.074 p.
Is Card Factory PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Card Factory PLC’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Card Factory PLC pay dividends?
Card Factory PLC pays a Semiannually dividend of 3.7 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 7.08%. See more information on Card Factory PLC dividends here
What is Card Factory PLC’s EPS estimate?
Card Factory PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Card Factory PLC have?
Card Factory PLC has 342,969,400 shares outstanding.
What happened to Card Factory PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Card Factory PLC reported an EPS of 0.074 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.867%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Card Factory PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:CARD
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Card Factory Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
£116.67 (68.35% Upside)
£116.67 (68.35% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
GB:CARD Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 66%
Sector Average 66%
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth £212.1K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
10.11%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
9.00%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
7.36%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Card Factory PLC
Card Factory plc operates as a specialist retailer of cards, gifts, and celebration essentials in the United Kingdom, South Africa, Republic of Ireland, the United States, and internationally. It operates through four segments: Cardfactory Stores, Cardfactory Online, Partnerships, and Printcraft. The company offers greeting cards, celebration accessories, and gifts through cardfactory stores, cardfactory online retails, and network of third-party retail partners; and personalised cards and gifts through online retailer, as well as manufactures and sells greeting cards and personalised gifts through its stores and online businesses. It also provides printers; sells gift bags, tags, wrapping, packaging, and gifts; and operates as a property company. The company offers its products through various retail locations, as well as through its websites, such as cardfactory.co.uk and gettingpersonal.co.uk. Card Factory plc was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Wakefield, the United Kingdom.
CARD Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
116.67 p
▲(68.35% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
Currently, No data available
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