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Close Brothers Group
(LSE:CBG)
Close Brothers Group (CBG) vs. iShares MSCI United Kingdom ETF (EWC)
Close Brothers Group Business Overview & Revenue Model
Close Brothers Group Financial Statement Overview
| Breakdown | |||||
| TTM | Sep 2024 | Sep 2023 | Sep 2022 | Sep 2021 | Sep 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Income Statement | Total Revenue | ||||
| 1.18B | 1.02B | 1.32B | 1.12B | 1.14B | 748.90M | Gross Profit |
| 1.20B | 1.02B | 1.01B | 1.01B | 1.02B | 748.90M | EBIT |
| 150.20M | 263.10M | 113.50M | 234.80M | 265.20M | 144.00M | EBITDA |
| 163.10M | 252.30M | 220.20M | 333.10M | 388.60M | 236.70M | Net Income Common Stockholders |
| -91.30M | 100.40M | 81.10M | 165.20M | 202.10M | 109.50M |
| Balance Sheet | Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | ||||
| 0.00 | 1.58B | 2.21B | 1.38B | 1.44B | 1.46B | Total Assets |
| 14.44B | 14.08B | 13.55B | 12.68B | 12.03B | 11.07B | Total Debt |
| 2.58B | 2.36B | 2.99B | 3.03B | 2.75B | 2.76B | Net Debt |
| 2.58B | -1.58B | 776.80M | 1.65B | 1.31B | 1.30B | Total Liabilities |
| 12.93B | 12.24B | 11.91B | 11.02B | 10.47B | 9.62B | Stockholders Equity |
| 1.51B | 1.84B | 1.64B | 1.66B | 1.57B | 1.45B |
| Cash Flow | Free Cash Flow | ||||
| 316.10M | -426.50M | 631.20M | -259.80M | 43.30M | 125.90M | Operating Cash Flow |
| 323.80M | -382.00M | 693.10M | -201.40M | 100.10M | 175.50M | Investing Cash Flow |
| -469.90M | -1.15B | -603.60M | -243.70M | -806.60M | -177.30M | Financing Cash Flow |
| 403.20M | 513.40M | 736.80M | 391.50M | 681.80M | 274.80M |
Close Brothers Group Technical Analysis
Close Brothers Group Peers Comparison
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
82 Outperform | £3.72B | 10.96 | 19.85% | 2.59% | 6.34% | 30.64% | |
82 Outperform | £2.43B | 12.09 | 40.24% | 5.73% | 2.95% | 9.84% | |
77 Outperform | £1.92B | 11.92 | 8.13% | 8.59% | 2.63% | 132.46% | |
75 Outperform | £725.69M | 11.22 | 15.14% | 2.38% | -0.07% | 34.54% | |
64 Neutral | $12.93B | 9.70 | 7.85% | 78.03% | 12.07% | -7.83% | |
63 Neutral | $535.93M | 4.53 | -6.71% | ― | 3.73% | -172.06% | |
49 Neutral | £100.91M | ― | -1.75% | ― | 15.48% | 23.67% |
Close Brothers Group Corporate Events
Close Brothers Group PLC has announced a change in the voting rights held by Aberdeen Group plc, which has decreased from 9.87% to 8.52% as of June 6, 2025. This reduction in voting rights reflects a decrease in the shares managed by abrdn Holdings Limited and abrdn Investments Limited, falling below the 5% notifiable threshold due to trading activities. This shift might impact the company’s shareholder dynamics and influence within the market.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:CBG) stock is a Buy with a £4.63 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Close Brothers Group stock, see the GB:CBG Stock Forecast page.
Close Brothers Group plc announced a transaction involving Simon Jacobs, the Group Chief Operating Officer, who exercised options under the 2023 Retention and Recruitment Share Plan. The transaction involved the exercise of 23,303 shares, a partial sale of 10,992 shares to cover tax obligations, and the retention of 12,311 shares. This transaction, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflects the company’s ongoing efforts to manage executive compensation and align managerial interests with shareholder value.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:CBG) stock is a Buy with a £385.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Close Brothers Group stock, see the GB:CBG Stock Forecast page.
Close Brothers Group plc announced that several managerial personnel acquired shares under the company’s Share Incentive Plan. This transaction, involving key figures such as the Group Head of Human Resources, Group Chief Finance Officer, and Group Chief Risk Officer, reflects ongoing participation in the company’s equity plans, potentially aligning management interests with shareholder value and reinforcing confidence in the company’s future performance.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:CBG) stock is a Buy with a £385.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Close Brothers Group stock, see the GB:CBG Stock Forecast page.
Close Brothers Group PLC announced its total issued listed share capital as of May 30, 2025, which includes 152,060,290 ordinary shares. Of these, 1,572,747 shares are held in Treasury, leaving 150,487,543 shares with voting rights available for shareholder calculations under the Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:CBG) stock is a Buy with a £4.63 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Close Brothers Group stock, see the GB:CBG Stock Forecast page.
Close Brothers Group plc has announced the grant of options to employees under its Sharesave Scheme 2025, which includes nine persons discharging managerial responsibilities. This move is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to align employee interests with those of shareholders, potentially enhancing employee retention and motivation. The options, granted on 29 May 2025, cover ordinary shares priced at £2.43 each, and are set for a three-year term, reflecting the company’s commitment to long-term growth and stability.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:CBG) stock is a Buy with a £5.60 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Close Brothers Group stock, see the GB:CBG Stock Forecast page.
Close Brothers Group plc has announced transactions involving the acquisition of shares under its Share Incentive Plan by key managerial personnel. Rebekah Etherington, Fiona McCarthy, and Robert Sack, holding significant positions within the company, each acquired shares at a price of 330p per share. These transactions, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflect the company’s ongoing commitment to align management interests with shareholder value, potentially impacting stakeholder confidence positively.
Close Brothers Group PLC announced its total issued listed share capital as of April 30, 2025, which includes 152,060,290 ordinary shares, with 1,572,747 held in Treasury. This leaves 150,487,543 ordinary shares with voting rights, a figure shareholders can use to assess their major interest under regulatory rules.
Kopernik Global Investors, LLC, based in Tampa, United States, has acquired a significant voting rights position in Close Brothers Group PLC, crossing the 3% threshold as of April 9, 2025. This acquisition indicates a notable interest from an international investor, which could influence the company’s shareholder dynamics and potentially impact its strategic decisions.
Close Brothers Group plc announced that several key managerial figures, including the Group Head of Human Resources, Group Chief Finance Officer, and Group Chief Risk Officer, have acquired shares under the company’s Share Incentive Plan. This move, involving the purchase of ordinary shares at 262p each, reflects a strategic alignment of interests between the company’s management and its shareholders, potentially boosting stakeholder confidence and reinforcing the company’s market position.
Close Brothers Group plc announced a transaction involving Simon Jacobs, the Group Chief Operating Officer, who exercised options under the 2023 Retention and Recruitment Share Plan, resulting in the acquisition of 13,442 shares. A portion of these shares, 6,341, was sold to cover tax and National Insurance Contributions, while 7,101 shares were retained. The transaction took place on 31 March 2025 at the London Stock Exchange, reflecting the company’s ongoing efforts to align management incentives with shareholder interests.
Close Brothers Group plc, a financial services company, announced that as of March 31, 2025, its total issued listed share capital consisted of 152,060,290 ordinary shares, with 1,572,747 held in Treasury, resulting in 150,487,543 shares with voting rights. This information is crucial for shareholders to determine their major interest in the company, as per the Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.
Close Brothers Group plc has announced a share award under its Omnibus Share Incentive Plan to its executive director, Mike Morgan, who has recently been appointed as Group Chief Executive Officer. The award is part of the Long Term Incentive Plan and is subject to performance measures over a three-year period. Additionally, Mr. Morgan will receive an annual salary of £968,000 and a pension allowance, with his total restricted stock awards for the 2025 financial year valued at £650,000. These remuneration arrangements align with the Directors’ Remuneration Policy approved by shareholders.
Close Brothers Group plc announced that its Chairman, Michael Biggs, has purchased 5,000 ordinary shares of the company at a price of £2.884 per share. This transaction, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, indicates a potential vote of confidence in the company’s financial health and future prospects by a key executive, which could positively influence stakeholder sentiment.
Close Brothers Group reported a statutory operating loss before tax of £103.8 million for the first half of 2025, primarily due to a £165 million provision related to motor finance commissions. Despite this, the company achieved a pro-forma CET1 capital ratio of 13.4% following the sale of Close Brothers Asset Management, which simplified the group and allowed a sharper focus on its lending business. The group continues to implement cost management initiatives, expecting annualized savings of £25 million by the end of the financial year, and maintains a strong balance sheet with a CET1 ratio significantly above the requirement.
Close Brothers Group PLC has announced a change in its major holdings, with FIL Limited increasing its voting rights to 5.115% as of March 13, 2025. This acquisition of voting rights by FIL Limited, a Bermuda-registered entity, could potentially influence the strategic decisions and operations of Close Brothers Group, impacting its market positioning and stakeholder interests.