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CBG Stock Chart & Stats
496.80 p
-1.00 p(-0.46%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
496.80 p
-1.00 p(-0.46%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range318.40 p - 563.50 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume70.38K
Average Volume (3M)433.51K
Market Cap
£664.55M
Enterprise Value1.68B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£1.39B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£2.37B
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta2.33
Next Earnings
Sep 29, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.35
Shares Outstanding150,703,220
10 Day Avg. Volume391,302
30 Day Avg. Volume433,515
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.03
Price to Book (P/B)0.39
Price to Sales (P/S)0.89
P/FCF Ratio1.75
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£551.67Price Target Upside11.04% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)0.37
Revenue Forecast (FY)£641.78M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Specialist Lending FocusClose Brothers' specialist lending model across premium finance, motor, commercial, property and asset finance creates durable origination channels and client relationships. Niche focus reduces direct commoditised competition, supports tailored pricing and underwriting expertise that can sustain net interest income over the medium term.
Recurring Wealth-management FeesThe wealth management arm generates recurring fee and commission income tied to assets under management, providing a steady, non‑interest revenue stream. This diversification dampens earnings cyclicality from lending and supports longer‑term revenue stability and cash generation as AUM scales or remains sticky.
Material Cash Flow ReboundOperating cash flow and free cash flow both turned strongly positive in the latest year (~£351m and ~£346m), restoring internal liquidity. Reliable free cash flow enhances flexibility to reduce leverage, fund strategic initiatives, or shore up buffers, improving solvency prospects versus relying solely on external funding.
Bears Say
Sharp Revenue And Profit DeclineA ~42% revenue decline and a swing to a £77.9m net loss materially weaken the franchise's earnings power. Sustained revenue contraction and negative net margins (~-15%) erode capital and limit reinvestment capacity, making it harder to maintain lending capacity and returns over the medium term.
Rising Leverage And Weaker EquityLeverage increased (debt-to-equity ~1.63) while equity fell to ~£1.54bn, elevating balance-sheet risk. Higher indebtedness limits strategic flexibility, increases sensitivity to credit shocks or funding stress, and amplifies the capital impact of further losses, constraining durable growth or capital return options.
Volatile Cash Flow; Low Debt CoverageAlthough cash flow rebounded, historical volatility (notably negative in FY2022 and FY2024) and an operating cash flow-to-debt coverage of only ~0.14 indicate limited capacity to service or rapidly reduce debt. That low coverage reduces resilience to future earning shocks and constrains sustained deleveraging.
Close Brothers Group News
CBG FAQ
What was Close Brothers Group’s price range in the past 12 months?
Close Brothers Group lowest share price was 318.40 p and its highest was 563.50 p in the past 12 months.
What is Close Brothers Group’s market cap?
Close Brothers Group’s market cap is £664.55M.
When is Close Brothers Group’s upcoming earnings report date?
Close Brothers Group’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 29, 2026 which is in 91 days.
How were Close Brothers Group’s earnings last quarter?
Close Brothers Group released its earnings results on Mar 17, 2026. The company reported 0.271 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of 0.205 p by 0.066 p.
Is Close Brothers Group overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Close Brothers Group’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Close Brothers Group pay dividends?
Close Brothers Group pays a Semiannually dividend of 45 p which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Close Brothers Group dividends here
What is Close Brothers Group’s EPS estimate?
Close Brothers Group’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Close Brothers Group have?
Close Brothers Group has 150,703,220 shares outstanding.
What happened to Close Brothers Group’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Close Brothers Group reported an EPS of 0.271 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of 0.205 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -3.523%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Close Brothers Group?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:CBG
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Company Description
Close Brothers Group
Close Brothers Group plc is a long-established UK-based merchant bank, dedicated to providing a comprehensive range of financial solutions to individuals and small enterprises across the United Kingdom. Its operations are strategically segmented into five core divisions: Commercial, Retail, Property, Asset Management, and Securities. The company offers diverse savings products, encompassing personal, business, and pension deposit accounts. Its extensive lending portfolio features asset finance, asset-based lending, commercial vehicle rental, short-term bridging loans, and insurance premium financing. Close Brothers also facilitates invoice discounting, factoring, and various property finance solutions. Further specialized offerings include funding for general aviation aircraft and marine vessels, sale-and-rent-back services for the brewing sector, and broker finance tailored for the agriculture, construction, manufacturing, and transport industries. The group provides leasing services for IT equipment, construction, manufacturing, and other specialized assets, alongside bespoke loan, hire purchase, leasing, and refinancing packages for professionals in the dental, medical, pharmacy, and veterinary sectors. Beyond traditional banking, Close Brothers delivers financial education, investment management, and planning advice, while empowering self-directed investors with online portfolio management tools and offering dedicated services to financial advisors. On the institutional front, the company provides liquidity and flexible execution services to retail stockbrokers, wealth managers, and institutional investors. Its capabilities also extend to market making, sales, research, corporate broking, and comprehensive dealing, custody, and settlement services for institutional, wealth management, and brokerage clientele. Close Brothers Group plc was established in 1878 and is headquartered in London, United Kingdom.
CBG Company Deck
CBG Earnings Call
Q2 2026
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CBG Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
551.67 p
▲(11.04% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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