Centrica PLC (GB:CNA)
LSE:CNA
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CNA Stock Chart & Stats
197.40 p
-0.25 p(-0.18%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
197.40 p
-0.25 p(-0.18%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range152.45 p - 220.30 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume586.23K
Average Volume (3M)20.81M
Market Cap
£7.93B
Enterprise Value6.64B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£4.31B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£2.86B
Price to Earnings (P/E)13.0
Beta0.83
Next Earnings
Jul 23, 2026EPS Estimate
0.07Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.86%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.13
Shares Outstanding4,619,392,000
10 Day Avg. Volume17,197,652
30 Day Avg. Volume20,808,888
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.07
Price to Book (P/B)2.63
Price to Sales (P/S)0.42
P/FCF Ratio25.20
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£227.33Price Target Upside15.16% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering7
EPS Forecast (FY)0.12
Revenue Forecast (FY)£22.02B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Accelerating Revenue GrowthA 35% revenue acceleration in 2025 suggests durable demand or improved pricing across retail, services and market activities. Sustained top-line growth improves operating leverage, funds reinvestment in service offerings and decarbonisation, and supports medium-term margin resilience.
Consistent Positive Free Cash FlowConsistent positive operating and free cash flow provides enduring funding for capex, service business investments and debt reduction without needing equity raises. Reliable FCF underpins strategic flexibility and supports shareholder returns and execution of medium-term operational plans.
Improving Leverage And Lower DebtReduced leverage and declining total debt versus earlier peaks materially lower financial risk and increase resilience to commodity or policy shocks. A leaner capital structure enhances ability to invest in services and energy solutions and reduces interest expense pressure over the medium term.
Bears Say
Volatile Net Income QualitySwinging to a net loss despite strong top-line and operating margins signals earnings vulnerability to commodity, hedging or non-operating items. Persistent profit volatility complicates capital allocation, dividend reliability and investor visibility into sustainable earnings power.
Fluctuating Equity BaseMaterial swings in equity reduce the balance-sheet buffer against shocks and can raise the company's effective cost of capital. An unstable equity base limits strategic optionality, constrains large investments and makes the firm more dependent on steady cash generation to repair capital ratios.
Cash Flow Volatility And Weaker FCF In 2025Material drop and variability in free cash flow reduce capacity to consistently fund capex, service growth and debt paydown. Cash-generation swings increase refinancing and operational risk, making long-term investment plans and deleveraging schedules harder to rely on.
Centrica News
CNA FAQ
What was Centrica PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Centrica PLC lowest share price was 152.45 p and its highest was 220.30 p in the past 12 months.
What is Centrica PLC’s market cap?
Centrica PLC’s market cap is £7.93B.
When is Centrica PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Centrica PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 23, 2026 which is in 24 days.
How were Centrica PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Centrica PLC released its earnings results on Feb 19, 2026. The company reported 0.042 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of 0.041 p by 0.001 p.
Is Centrica PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Centrica PLC’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Centrica PLC pay dividends?
Centrica PLC pays a Semiannually dividend of 3.67 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.86%. See more information on Centrica PLC dividends here
What is Centrica PLC’s EPS estimate?
Centrica PLC’s EPS estimate is 0.07.
How many shares outstanding does Centrica PLC have?
Centrica PLC has 4,619,392,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Centrica PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Centrica PLC reported an EPS of 0.042 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of 0.041 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -5.153%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Centrica PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:CNA
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Centrica Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
£227.33 (15.16% Upside)
£227.33 (15.16% Upside)
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth £150.8K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
39.39%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
1.68%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-17.71%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Centrica PLC
Centrica plc, founded in 1812 and headquartered in Windsor, UK, operates as an all-encompassing energy company across the United Kingdom, Ireland, Norway, North America, and internationally. Its operations are structured into segments: British Gas Services & Solutions, British Gas Energy, Centrica Business Solutions, Bord Gáis Energy, Energy Marketing & Trading, and Upstream. The company provides gas and electricity to residential consumers and a variety of associated energy services, in addition to generating power from its nuclear facilities. For homeowners, Centrica offers installation, repair, and upkeep for central heating, plumbing and drainage, home electrical systems, gas and kitchen appliances, and HVAC equipment, along with breakdown support. It also delivers energy efficiency solutions and related technologies for domestic use. Beyond residential provisions, Centrica actively participates in the procurement, trading, and optimization of energy, encompassing the acquisition and sale of liquefied natural gas (LNG). Its upstream division is responsible for producing and processing natural gas and oil, developing new fields to sustain reserves, and building, owning, and leveraging infrastructure. The firm also oversees a social enterprise investment fund. Further diversifying its portfolio, Centrica offers vehicle leasing, commercial services, insurance products, and energy management tools and services. It additionally manages gas storage facilities and a franchise network. The company, initially known as Yieldtop plc, rebranded as Centrica plc in December 1996.
CNA Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
227.33 p
▲(15.16% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
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