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James Cropper PLC (GB:CRPR)
LSE:CRPR
CRPR Stock Chart & Stats
395.00p
12.00p(5.58%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
395.00p
12.00p(5.58%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range125.15p - 414.50p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.66K
Average Volume (3M)6.59K
Market Cap
£34.40M
Enterprise Value43.95M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£11.54M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£21.83M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.72
Next Earnings
Jun 30, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.21
Shares Outstanding9,554,803
10 Day Avg. Volume5,968
30 Day Avg. Volume6,589
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.08
Price to Book (P/B)0.67
Price to Sales (P/S)0.14
P/FCF Ratio2.42
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
High Gross MarginA 64.36% gross margin reflects efficient production and pricing power in specialty papers and materials. This durable margin buffer helps the company absorb SG&A and R&D spend, supports reinvestment in sustainable products, and underpins long-term recovery to operating profitability.
Improving Free Cash FlowNearly doubling free cash flow indicates materially improved cash generation versus accounting profits. Strong FCF provides durable flexibility to service debt, fund targeted capex or innovation, and pursue sustainability initiatives without immediate reliance on external financing.
Established Niche & Sustainability FocusA long history, deep relationships with luxury and consumer brands, and emphasis on sustainable, high-value papers create durable competitive differentiation. These structural ties and ESG-aligned product positioning support steady demand and pricing resilience over the medium term.
Bears Say
Negative Net ProfitabilitySustained negative net and operating margins indicate the business is not yet generating profitability from operations. Over time this erodes retained earnings and constrains reinvestment capacity; management must materially cut costs or lift higher-margin volumes to reach durable profit levels.
Relatively High LeverageA D/E of 1.15 signals significant reliance on debt financing. Elevated leverage increases vulnerability to earnings volatility and raises interest burdens, limiting strategic flexibility. Deleveraging will be essential to reduce refinancing risk and free cash flow strain over the coming quarters.
Modest Revenue GrowthLow single-digit revenue growth constrains operating leverage and the ability to scale fixed-cost absorption. With negative margins, modest top-line gains are unlikely alone to restore profitability; the company needs sustained organic growth or new higher-margin product adoption to change the earnings trajectory.
James Cropper News
CRPR FAQ
What was James Cropper PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
James Cropper PLC lowest share price was 125.15p and its highest was 414.50p in the past 12 months.
What is James Cropper PLC’s market cap?
James Cropper PLC’s market cap is £34.40M.
When is James Cropper PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
James Cropper PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Jun 30, 2026 which is in 128 days.
How were James Cropper PLC’s earnings last quarter?
James Cropper PLC released its earnings results on Nov 17, 2025. The company reported 0.214p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by 0.214p.
Is James Cropper PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts James Cropper PLC’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does James Cropper PLC pay dividends?
James Cropper PLC pays a Monthly dividend of 3p which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on James Cropper PLC dividends here
What is James Cropper PLC’s EPS estimate?
James Cropper PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does James Cropper PLC have?
James Cropper PLC has 9,554,803 shares outstanding.
What happened to James Cropper PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
James Cropper PLC reported an EPS of 0.214p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of James Cropper PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:CRPR
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
James Cropper Stock Smart Score
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Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
11.32%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-11.07%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-10.32%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
James Cropper PLC
James Cropper PLC manufactures and sells papers products and advanced materials. It operates through Paper, Colourform, and Technical Fibre Products segments. The company offers specialty papers and boards; and moulded fiber products, as well as converts paper. It also manufactures nonwovens material used in zero solutions, aerospace and defense, fire protection, construction, and transportation. It has operations in the United Kingdom, other European countries, Asia, the Americas, Australasia, and Africa. James Cropper PLC was founded in 1845 and is headquartered in Kendal, the United Kingdom.
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
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