World Chess PLC (GB:CHSS)
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CHSS Stock Chart & Stats
0.55 p
-0.50 p(-12.50%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
0.55 p
-0.50 p(-12.50%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range0.20 p - 3.77 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume583.31K
Average Volume (3M)1.59M
Market Cap
£2.45M
Enterprise Value1.72M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£40.73K
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£0.00
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta1.67
Next Earnings
Sep 10, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)>-0.01
Shares Outstanding1,089,806,500
10 Day Avg. Volume4,090,809
30 Day Avg. Volume1,585,716
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.10
Price to Book (P/B)3.98
Price to Sales (P/S)2.86
P/FCF Ratio-0.91
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)N/A
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Improved Leverage: Zero Debt And Positive EquityThe 2025 balance-sheet shift to zero reported debt and positive equity (~1.46M) materially reduces solvency risk and preserves financial optionality. Over a multi-month horizon this stronger capital structure lowers bankruptcy risk and gives management more flexibility to pursue restructuring, partnerships, or growth investments without immediate refinancing pressure.
Improving Gross MarginsA move to ~30% gross margin shows the business can achieve healthier unit economics when revenue is present. Structurally, sustained mid-single-digit to mid-teens revenue growth coupled with maintained gross margins would permit operating leverage to meaningfully improve profitability over several quarters, assuming management continues cost discipline and scales variable-cost revenue lines.
Diversified Monetization Model Tied To Chess IPMultiple monetization streams—events, sponsorship, media/broadcasting rights and licensing—mean revenue is not single-source dependent. Structurally, this diversification allows the company to reallocate commercial focus as market opportunities shift, smoothing revenue volatility and improving long-term resilience if audience engagement and brand licensing grow.
Bears Say
Severe Revenue ContractionA ~92% year-over-year revenue drop is a structural red flag: it destroys scale, undermines pricing leverage, and prevents fixed-cost absorption. Unless revenue stabilizes and re-expands, the company cannot realize marketing or platform investments, making recovery reliant on new commercial deals or product launches that may take multiple quarters to materialize.
Persistently Negative Operating And Free Cash FlowSustained negative operating cash flow (~-2.5M) and deeply negative free cash flow (~-6.4M) indicate ongoing cash burn that is not self-financed. Over a 2-6 month horizon this forces reliance on external funding, asset sales, or equity issuance, each of which can constrain strategic options and dilute existing holders if durable cash generation is not restored.
Deep, Volatile Losses And Inconsistent ProfitabilityA net margin around -180% and erratic historical results point to unstable profitability drivers and high fixed-cost structure relative to revenues. This volatility undermines forecasting and strategic planning, raising the risk that occasional revenue upticks won't translate into sustainable profits without structural cost reductions or consistent top-line recovery.
World Chess PLC News
CHSS FAQ
What was World Chess PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
World Chess PLC lowest share price was 0.20 p and its highest was 3.77 p in the past 12 months.
What is World Chess PLC’s market cap?
World Chess PLC’s market cap is £2.45M.
When is World Chess PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
World Chess PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 10, 2026 which is in 112 days.
How were World Chess PLC’s earnings last quarter?
World Chess PLC released its earnings results on Apr 21, 2026. The company reported -0.002 p earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -0.002 p.
Is World Chess PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts World Chess PLC’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does World Chess PLC pay dividends?
World Chess PLC does not currently pay dividends.
What is World Chess PLC’s EPS estimate?
World Chess PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does World Chess PLC have?
World Chess PLC has 1,089,806,500 shares outstanding.
What happened to World Chess PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
World Chess PLC reported an EPS of -0.002 p in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of World Chess PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:CHSS
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Company Description
World Chess PLC
World Chess PLC, through its subsidiaries, engages in the commercial offering of chess related activities worldwide. It organizes tournaments; operates the official online gaming platform of the International Chess Federation and other sports; engages in lifestyle and social activities; and provides merchandises related to chess. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in London, the United Kingdom.
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