Close Brothers Group (GB:CBG)
LSE:CBG
CBG Stock Chart & Stats
410.60 p
-1.00 p(-0.46%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
410.60 p
-1.00 p(-0.46%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range246.80 p - 563.50 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume70.38K
Average Volume (3M)433.51K
Market Cap
£612.81M
Enterprise Value1.59B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£1.39B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£2.37B
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta2.34
Next Earnings
Sep 29, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.27
Shares Outstanding150,546,630
10 Day Avg. Volume391,302
30 Day Avg. Volume433,515
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.04
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
£581.45Price Target Upside41.61% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering4
EPS Forecast (FY)0.42
Revenue Forecast (FY)£644.08M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Cash Flow ReboundA material swing to positive operating and free cash flow strengthens the group's ability to fund lending, meet short-term obligations, and invest in core niches without immediate reliance on external funding. Sustained cash generation would reduce refinancing risk and support strategic flexibility over months.
Resilient Operating MarginsHigher underlying operating profitability indicates effective cost control and profitable core lending operations. If margins remain resilient as volumes recover, the business can convert loan growth into durable earnings even while headwinds pressure below-the-line items, supporting mid-term earnings recovery.
Specialist, Diversified ModelA diversified specialist lending franchise plus wealth management creates multiple, partially uncorrelated revenue streams: net interest from niche loan books and recurring AUM fees. This structural diversification helps stabilize revenues across cycles and supports franchise value over a multi-month horizon.
Bears Say
Revenue Collapse & Net LossA sharp revenue decline and swing to a sizable net loss erode retained earnings and hinder the group's capacity to self-fund growth or absorb credit shocks. Persistent top-line weakness risks prolonged capital strain and reduces headroom for strategic investments or dividend resumption.
Higher LeverageRising leverage and a reduced equity base increase solvency and refinancing risk and raise sensitivity to credit losses or rate moves. Higher debt amplifies earnings volatility and can constrain capital allocation, regulatory buffers, and ability to expand lending without external capital over coming months.
Volatile Cash Flow & Low CoverageHistoric cash-flow volatility and low operating-cash-to-debt coverage limit predictability of internal funding for loan growth or debt reduction. Even with a recent rebound, inconsistent cash conversion makes planning and deleveraging harder and keeps dependence on external funding elevated.
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 246.80 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 £612.81M.
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 176 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 150,546,630 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
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Company Description
Close Brothers Group
Close Brothers Group plc, a merchant banking company, provides financial services to small businesses and individuals in the United Kingdom. It operates through five segments: Commercial, Retail, Property, Asset Management, and Securities. The company offers various savings products, including personal and business savings, and pension deposits. It also provides asset finance, asset-based lending, commercial vehicle hire, short-term bridging finance, insurance premium finance, invoice discounting and factoring, and property finance products. In addition, the company offers funding services for general aviation aircraft, and various leisure and commercial vessels; sale and rent back services for the brewing sector; broker finance services to the agriculture, construction, manufacturing, and transport industries; leasing services for the construction, manufacturing, IT equipment, and specialist assets; and loan, hire purchase, leasing, and refinancing services to the professional service sector, including dental, medical, pharmacy, and veterinary sectors. Further, it provides financial education, investment management, and financial planning and advice services; self-directed services that help investors to manage their portfolio online; and services for financial advisers. Additionally, the company offers liquidity and flexible execution services to retail stockbrokers, wealth managers, and institutional investors; market making, sales, research, and corporate broking services; and dealing, custody, and settlement services to the institutional, wealth management, and brokerage clients. Close Brothers Group plc was founded in 1878 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
CBG Company Deck
CBG Earnings Call
Q2 2026
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CBG Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
581.45 p
▲(41.61% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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