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CNA Stock Chart & Stats
163.00 p
-2.90 p(-1.78%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
163.00 p
-2.90 p(-1.78%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range151.45 p - 220.30 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume2.07M
Average Volume (3M)20.81M
Market Cap
£7.02B
Enterprise Value7.40K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£3.47B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£2.74B
Price to Earnings (P/E)5.5
Beta0.81
Next Earnings
Feb 25, 2027EPS Estimate
0.05Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.55%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.28
Shares Outstanding4,619,435,000
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
£208.09Price Target Upside27.66% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering11
EPS Forecast (FY)0.11
Revenue Forecast (FY)£21.91B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Diversified Business ModelCentrica's multi-pronged model—retail supply, recurring home services, energy trading and some upstream/storage—spreads revenue sources and risk. This structural diversification supports more stable cash flow profiles, cross-sell potential and resilience to single-market shocks over months to years.
Accelerating Revenue GrowthSustained and accelerating top-line growth increases scale and bargaining power across procurement, service economics and trading. Over a multi-month horizon, stronger revenue momentum can improve operating leverage, support reinvestment in services, and underpin longer-term recovery of margins.
Consistent Positive Operating And Free Cash FlowPersistent positive operating and free cash flow provides durable internal funding for maintenance capex, service delivery and hedging. Even with earnings swings, consistent cash generation enhances financial flexibility to reduce debt, fund operations and support strategic initiatives over the coming months.
Bears Say
Inconsistent Earnings QualityVolatile accounting earnings reduce predictability for capital allocation and shareholder returns. A swing back to net loss despite revenue growth signals one-off items or margin pressure that can persist, complicating planning, dividend consistency and investor confidence over the medium term.
Still Relatively Levered Capital StructureAlthough debt has declined, a debt-to-equity near 1.0 and volatile equity base mean balance-sheet resilience is limited versus stronger peers. This persistent leverage constrains strategic flexibility, raises refinancing risk and could amplify shocks to cash flow or credit costs over months ahead.
Cash Flow Volatility And Thinner FCF In 2025A material drop in free cash flow and year-to-year volatility weaken the company’s buffer for capex, service obligations and deleveraging. Variable cash conversion limits predictable reinvestment and heightens reliance on external financing when commodity or operational pressures recur.
Centrica News
CNA FAQ
What was Centrica PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Centrica PLC lowest share price was 151.45 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 £7.02B.
When is Centrica PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Centrica PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Feb 25, 2027 which is in 200 days.
How were Centrica PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Centrica PLC released its earnings results on Jul 23, 2026. The company reported 0.066 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of 0.065 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 3.55%. See more information on Centrica PLC dividends here
What is Centrica PLC’s EPS estimate?
Centrica PLC’s EPS estimate is 0.05.
How many shares outstanding does Centrica PLC have?
Centrica PLC has 4,619,435,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Centrica PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Centrica PLC reported an EPS of 0.066 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of 0.065 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -10.234%.
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:
£208.09 (27.66% Upside)
£208.09 (27.66% Upside)
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth £150.8K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
39.39%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
3.55%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-3.66%
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
208.09 p
▲(27.66% Upside)