Chemring (GB:CHG)
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CHG Stock Chart & Stats
559.50 p
0.00 p(0.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
559.50 p
0.00 p(0.00%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range446.52 p - 614.00 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume105.10K
Average Volume (3M)1.05M
Market Cap
£1.38B
Enterprise Value1.57B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£44.70M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£189.20M
Price to Earnings (P/E)41.0
Beta1.25
Next Earnings
Dec 15, 2026EPS Estimate
0.14Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.64%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.12
Shares Outstanding272,126,800
10 Day Avg. Volume771,588
30 Day Avg. Volume1,046,652
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.13
Price to Book (P/B)4.06
Price to Sales (P/S)3.12
P/FCF Ratio-277.01
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£628.33Price Target Upside12.30% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)0.2
Revenue Forecast (FY)£546.73M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Record Order Book & Growth TargetsA GBP 1.3bn backlog provides multi-year revenue visibility and supports the firm's objective to double revenue to ~GBP 1bn by 2030. A deep order book smooths production planning, underpins aftermarket spares and services, and strengthens negotiating leverage with suppliers and primes.
Strong Profitability And Margin ImprovementSustained high gross and improving operating margins reflect efficient cost management and operational leverage, especially in Energetics. Higher margins create durable cash generation capacity, fund reinvestment and acquisitions, and buffer profit volatility common in defense contracting.
Manageable Leverage And Stable Capital StructureA moderate debt-to-equity and healthy ROE indicate a balanced capital structure that supports contract financing and strategic M&A. The equity ratio suggests financial flexibility to absorb program delays, fund capex or acquisitions, and maintain dividend policy without excessive refinancing risk.
Bears Say
Sensors Segment UnderperformanceAn 18% revenue decline and reduced operating profit in Sensors signals structural weakness tied to program timing and lost LRIP tailwinds. This weakens portfolio diversification, requires investment to rebuild pipeline, and increases execution risk for group growth plans.
Negative Free Cash Flow GrowthA steep drop in free cash flow growth undermines internal funding for capital projects, acquisitions and dividends. Even with solid operating margins, persistent FCF deterioration raises reliance on external financing and constrains the firm's ability to execute strategic investments reliably.
Revenue Sensitivity To Government Spending TimingHeavy exposure to government procurement creates durable timing risk: postponed award schedules quickly depress segment revenue and utilization. This cyclicality complicates forecasting, can prolong underperformance in affected segments, and makes long-term targets less predictable.
Chemring News
CHG FAQ
What was Chemring’s price range in the past 12 months?
Chemring lowest share price was 446.52 p and its highest was 614.00 p in the past 12 months.
What is Chemring’s market cap?
Chemring’s market cap is £1.38B.
When is Chemring’s upcoming earnings report date?
Chemring’s upcoming earnings report date is Dec 15, 2026 which is in 187 days.
How were Chemring’s earnings last quarter?
Chemring released its earnings results on Jun 02, 2026. The company reported 0.061 p earnings per share for the quarter, the consensus estimate of 0.061 p by 0 p.
Is Chemring overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Chemring’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Chemring pay dividends?
Chemring pays a Semiannually dividend of 2.8 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.64%. See more information on Chemring dividends here
What is Chemring’s EPS estimate?
Chemring’s EPS estimate is 0.14.
How many shares outstanding does Chemring have?
Chemring has 272,126,800 shares outstanding.
What happened to Chemring’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Chemring reported an EPS of 0.061 p in its last earnings report, expectations of 0.061 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.057%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Chemring?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:CHG
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Chemring Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
£628.33 (12.30% Upside)
£628.33 (12.30% Upside)
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth £55.8K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
40.98%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
13.12%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
20.26%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Chemring
Chemring Group PLC is a global supplier of specialized countermeasures, sensors, and energetic solutions, catering primarily to the aerospace, defense, and security sectors. Its operations span key international markets, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Norway, and Australia. The company is structured into two main divisions: Sensors & Information and Countermeasures & Energetics. The Sensors & Information segment is dedicated to the development and manufacturing of equipment for detecting explosive hazards, identifying chemical and biological threats, providing electronic countermeasures, and offering network protection technologies. Conversely, the Countermeasures & Energetics division focuses on delivering a wide array of products, including expendable defensive measures for air, sea, and land platforms; devices activated by cartridges and propellants; specialized pyrotechnics for satellite launch and deployment; components for missile systems; separation sub-systems; actuation mechanisms; high-energy materials; and aircrew escape and safety systems. Established in 1905, Chemring Group PLC maintains its corporate headquarters in Romsey, United Kingdom.
CHG Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
628.33 p
▲(12.30% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
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