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Dunelm Group
(LSE:DNLM)
Dunelm Group (DNLM) vs. iShares MSCI United Kingdom ETF (EWC)
Dunelm Group Business Overview & Revenue Model
Dunelm Group Earnings Call Summary
Dunelm Group Financial Statement Overview
| Breakdown | TTM | Jun 2025 | Jun 2024 | Jun 2023 | Jun 2022 | Jun 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Income Statement | ||||||
| Total Revenue | 1.80B | 1.77B | 1.71B | 1.64B | 1.58B | 1.34B |
| Gross Profit | 911.10M | 928.30M | 883.30M | 741.80M | 730.30M | 611.40M |
| EBITDA | 265.00M | 251.20M | 295.90M | 278.20M | 297.10M | 241.60M |
| Net Income | 149.50M | 156.30M | 151.20M | 151.90M | 171.20M | 128.90M |
Balance Sheet | ||||||
| Total Assets | 779.20M | 741.50M | 682.00M | 696.80M | 737.90M | 766.70M |
| Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | 46.30M | 30.00M | 23.40M | 46.30M | 30.20M | 128.60M |
| Total Debt | 287.60M | 377.70M | 326.60M | 334.10M | 330.90M | 293.30M |
| Total Liabilities | 615.60M | 622.70M | 544.10M | 559.30M | 559.60M | 485.50M |
| Stockholders Equity | 163.60M | 118.80M | 137.90M | 137.50M | 178.30M | 281.20M |
Cash Flow | ||||||
| Free Cash Flow | 202.80M | 220.70M | 199.90M | 217.70M | 225.70M | 167.80M |
| Operating Cash Flow | 241.90M | 255.90M | 232.30M | 239.50M | 249.70M | 183.50M |
| Investing Cash Flow | -51.50M | -65.90M | -38.30M | -21.80M | -41.70M | -15.70M |
| Financing Cash Flow | -199.50M | -183.00M | -217.30M | -202.20M | -307.50M | -126.80M |
Dunelm Group Technical Analysis
Dunelm Group Peers Comparison
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
73 Outperform | £2.67B | 2.38 | 21.64% | ― | -6.43% | 52.93% | |
73 Outperform | £1.42B | 23.58 | 5.88% | 1.18% | 9.51% | -31.96% | |
65 Neutral | £1.63B | 6.72 | 121.78% | 3.99% | 3.78% | 3.29% | |
63 Neutral | £485.99M | 11.70 | 7.52% | ― | 13.21% | -54.35% | |
61 Neutral | $18.38B | 12.79 | -2.54% | 3.03% | 1.52% | -15.83% | |
56 Neutral | £30.94M | -3.95 | 15.03% | ― | 16.66% | 147.92% | |
53 Neutral | £48.80M | -28.65 | -10.09% | 2.09% | -5.97% | 14.75% |
Dunelm Group Corporate Events
Dunelm Group plc has completed its latest share buyback programme with the purchase of 4,241 ordinary shares on 9 March 2026 at a volume-weighted average price of £9.03 per share. The shares, acquired via Barclays, will be held in treasury to satisfy employee share-based awards, signalling continued use of equity incentives in its remuneration structure.
Following this transaction, Dunelm’s issued share capital stands at 203,426,835 ordinary shares, of which 2,139,268 are held in treasury, leaving 201,287,567 shares with voting rights. The updated share count provides a new reference point for investors’ disclosure calculations under FCA transparency rules and slightly concentrates voting power among remaining shareholders.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £1200.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.
Dunelm Group plc has continued executing its recently announced share buyback programme, repurchasing 104,265 ordinary shares on 6 March at a volume-weighted average price of £9.40, with Barclays acting as broker. The shares will be held in treasury to service employee share-based awards, leaving 201,219,479 ordinary shares in issue with voting rights, a figure investors can now use when calculating disclosure thresholds under FCA transparency rules.
The transaction marginally reduces Dunelm’s free float while signalling ongoing capital management and commitment to returning value to shareholders through buybacks. By directing the repurchased stock into treasury for future employee incentives, the group avoids further dilution from share-based awards and provides greater clarity to the market on its capital structure and voting share base.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £1200.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.
Dunelm Group plc has continued its previously announced share buyback programme, repurchasing 103,394 ordinary shares on 5 March 2026 at a volume-weighted average price of 944 pence, with Barclays acting as broker. The shares will be held in treasury for potential use in satisfying employee share-based awards, reducing the free float and leaving 201,323,744 ordinary shares with voting rights, a figure shareholders can use for regulatory disclosure calculations.
By directing buybacks to treasury rather than cancellation, Dunelm is prioritising flexibility in managing future employee incentives while still tightening the effective share base. The move underscores ongoing capital-return activity and may marginally enhance earnings per share for investors, while providing clearer guidance on the updated voting share count for compliance with U.K. market transparency rules.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £1200.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.
Dunelm Group plc has continued its previously announced share buyback programme, repurchasing 102,903 ordinary shares on 4 March 2026 at a volume-weighted average price of £9.46, with Barclays executing the trades. The shares will be held in treasury for potential use in meeting employee share-based awards, reducing the number of shares with voting rights to 201,427,138 and providing updated capital figures for investors monitoring their disclosure thresholds under UK market rules.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £1200.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.
Dunelm Group plc has continued its previously announced share buyback programme, repurchasing 100,426 ordinary shares on 3 March 2026 at a volume-weighted average price of £9.63, with Barclays acting as broker. The shares will be held in treasury for potential use in satisfying employee share-based awards, a move that slightly reduces the free float and confirms the latest total voting share count at 201,530,041, information that helps investors track ownership disclosure thresholds.
By increasing treasury shares, Dunelm gains flexibility in managing remuneration schemes without issuing new equity, which can mitigate dilution for existing shareholders. The updated share capital and voting rights data also provide greater transparency for market participants navigating U.K. disclosure rules, while the ongoing buyback signals continued capital management activity by the retailer.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £1200.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.
Dunelm Group has repurchased 94,451 of its own ordinary shares as part of its ongoing share buyback programme, paying a volume-weighted average price of 999 pence per share, with Barclays acting as broker. The shares will be held in treasury to meet employee share-based award obligations, leaving 201,630,467 ordinary shares in issue with voting rights, a figure shareholders can use to assess notification thresholds under UK disclosure rules.
The transaction marginally reduces Dunelm’s free float while signalling continued capital management aimed at returning value and supporting incentive schemes. For investors, the updated share count clarifies voting power and regulatory disclosure requirements, while the buyback underlines management’s confidence in the business and disciplined balance-sheet deployment.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £1200.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.
Dunelm Group plc has confirmed that, as of 27 February 2026, it had 203,426,835 issued ordinary shares of 1p each, of which 1,474,204 were held in treasury, leaving 201,952,631 ordinary shares in circulation with voting rights. This updated share capital and voting rights figure provides investors with the official denominator for calculating disclosure thresholds under the U.K. Disclosure and Transparency Rules, ensuring accurate reporting of significant shareholdings and changes in ownership.
The clarification of total voting rights helps investors and regulators monitor shifts in Dunelm’s shareholder base, a key factor for governance and potential corporate actions. By restating its capital structure and treasury position, the company reinforces transparency in its market communications, which may support regulatory compliance and investor confidence in its governance practices.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £12.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.
Dunelm Group has repurchased 115,899 of its own ordinary shares on 27 February 2026 as part of an ongoing share buyback programme, paying a volume-weighted average price of about £10.04 per share via Barclays. The shares will be held in treasury, primarily to satisfy employee share-based awards, reducing the number of voting shares in issue to 201,724,918 and slightly increasing existing shareholders’ proportional ownership.
Following this transaction, Dunelm’s total issued share capital remains 203,426,835 ordinary shares, of which 1,701,917 are now held in treasury. The updated share count provides a new denominator for investors’ regulatory disclosure calculations under UK market transparency rules and reflects the company’s continued use of buybacks as a capital management and employee-incentive tool.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £12.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.
Dunelm Group plc has repurchased 111,814 of its own ordinary shares on 26 February 2026 under its recently announced buyback programme, paying a volume-weighted average price of £9.93 per share, with trades executed by Barclays. The acquired shares will be held in treasury for potential use in satisfying employee share-based awards, leaving 201,840,817 ordinary shares in issue with voting rights, a figure shareholders can now use for regulatory disclosure calculations.
The transaction marginally reduces Dunelm’s free float while signalling ongoing active capital management, which may be viewed positively by investors looking for disciplined balance-sheet use. By directing the repurchased shares into treasury for incentives rather than cancellation, the company preserves flexibility over future dilution from employee schemes while maintaining transparent guidance on the updated voting share count.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £12.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.
Dunelm Group plc has repurchased 113,000 of its own ordinary shares on 25 February 2026 under its ongoing share buyback programme, at a volume-weighted average price of £9.95, with Barclays acting as broker. The shares will be held in treasury to meet employee share-based award obligations, leaving 201,952,631 ordinary shares in issue with voting rights, and providing investors with updated capital and voting-base figures for regulatory disclosure purposes.
By increasing its treasury stock while maintaining overall issued share capital, Dunelm is fine-tuning its capital structure and supporting its remuneration plans without diluting existing shareholders. The updated share count gives investors and regulators clarity on ownership thresholds under the FCA’s disclosure regime, underscoring the company’s continued use of buybacks as a tool for capital management and shareholder returns.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £12.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.
Dunelm Group has continued to execute its share buyback programme, repurchasing 112,643 ordinary shares on 24 February 2026 at a volume-weighted average price of £9.93, with Barclays acting as broker. The shares will be held in treasury to meet employee share-based awards, reducing the number of shares in free float and setting the company’s voting share capital at 202,065,631, a reference point for investors monitoring disclosure thresholds under FCA rules.
The transaction marginally consolidates existing shareholders’ relative stakes and underscores management’s use of capital-return mechanisms alongside incentive alignment for staff. By tightening the equity base while preserving flexibility through treasury stock, Dunelm maintains scope to support long-term remuneration plans without immediate dilution, providing clarity for stakeholders on current voting rights and regulatory reporting benchmarks.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £12.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.
Dunelm Group has continued to execute its previously announced share buyback programme, repurchasing 105,229 ordinary shares on 23 February at prices between 975p and 995p, with a volume-weighted average price of 984p. The shares, acquired via Barclays, will be held in treasury and are intended to be used to satisfy employee share-based awards.
Following this transaction, Dunelm’s issued share capital stands at 203,426,835 ordinary shares, of which 1,248,561 are held in treasury, leaving 202,178,274 shares with voting rights. The updated share count provides the new denominator for investors’ disclosure calculations under U.K. transparency rules and marginally enhances earnings and voting power per free-floating share over time.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £12.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.
Dunelm Group has continued its recently launched share buyback programme, repurchasing 105,229 ordinary shares on 23 February 2026 at a volume-weighted average price of 984 pence, with Barclays acting as broker. The shares will be held in treasury to service employee share-based awards, a move that modestly reduces the free float and sets the company’s voting share count at 202,178,274, a key reference point for investors monitoring their disclosure thresholds.
Following this transaction, Dunelm’s total issued ordinary share capital stands at 203,426,835 shares, of which 1,248,561 are held in treasury. The incremental buyback underscores the group’s ongoing capital management strategy, balancing returns to shareholders with the need to fund staff incentives without diluting existing investors’ voting power.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £12.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.
Dunelm Group plc has disclosed that its Chief Financial Officer, Karen Witts, has exercised 2,698 options over ordinary shares in the company at an exercise price of 667 pence per share. The options were granted in November 2022 under the Dunelm Group 2014 Sharesave Plan, vested on 1 January 2026, and the shares will be retained in line with the company’s remuneration policy shareholding guidelines, underscoring ongoing alignment between senior management and shareholder interests.
The transaction, conducted outside a trading venue on 23 February 2026, forms part of routine reporting of dealings by persons discharging managerial responsibilities. While modest in scale, such option exercises are closely watched by investors as an indicator of executive confidence and adherence to governance and remuneration frameworks, reinforcing transparency in Dunelm’s senior leadership incentive structures.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £12.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.
Dunelm Group has continued execution of its recently launched share buyback, repurchasing 107,222 ordinary shares on 20 February at a volume‑weighted average price of £9.79, with Barclays acting as broker. The shares will be held in treasury primarily to satisfy employee share-based awards, leaving 202,168,891 ordinary shares in issue with voting rights, a figure the company flagged for regulatory disclosure calculations by shareholders.
By allocating repurchased stock to treasury rather than cancellation, Dunelm is opting to support its incentive schemes while modestly consolidating its free float. The move underscores ongoing capital management initiatives and provides clarity to investors on the reduced voting share base, which may slightly enhance earnings per share and adjust significant-holding thresholds for institutional and other large shareholders.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £12.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.
Dunelm Group plc has repurchased 107,420 ordinary shares at a volume-weighted average price of £9.76 as part of its recently announced share buyback programme, with Barclays executing the transactions on the London Stock Exchange. The shares will be held in treasury to service employee share-based awards, leaving 202,276,113 ordinary shares in issue with voting rights, a change that slightly adjusts the company’s capital structure and the denominator used by investors for regulatory disclosure thresholds.
The buyback underscores Dunelm’s ongoing capital management strategy, signalling confidence in its balance sheet while providing flexibility to meet long-term incentive commitments without diluting existing shareholders. For investors, the updated share count refines calculations of ownership stakes and voting power, and highlights the retailer’s continued use of buybacks as part of its broader shareholder returns policy in a competitive U.K. retail environment.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £12.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.
Dunelm Group has continued executing its recently announced share buyback programme, repurchasing 107,456 ordinary shares on 18 February at a volume-weighted average price of £9.74, with Barclays acting as broker. The shares will be held in treasury for potential use in satisfying employee share-based awards, reducing the free float and bringing total voting share capital to 202,383,533 shares, a key reference figure for investors monitoring disclosure thresholds under FCA rules.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £12.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.
Dunelm Group has repurchased 105,460 ordinary shares at a volume-weighted average price of £9.74 as part of its recently launched share buyback programme, with Barclays executing the trades. The shares will be held in treasury for potential use in employee share-based awards, reflecting an ongoing capital management strategy.
Following this transaction, Dunelm’s issued share capital stands at 203,426,835 ordinary shares, of which 935,846 are held in treasury, leaving 202,490,989 shares with voting rights. The updated figure provides investors with a new reference point for calculating disclosure thresholds under UK transparency rules, slightly concentrating existing shareholders’ voting power.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £12.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.
Dunelm Group has repurchased 104,177 ordinary shares at a volume-weighted average price of £9.74 as part of its recently announced share buyback programme, with Barclays executing the trades. The shares will be held in treasury to meet employee share-based award obligations, a move that can support capital management and potentially enhance earnings per share.
Following this transaction, Dunelm’s issued share capital stands at 203,426,835 ordinary shares, of which 830,386 are held in treasury, leaving 202,596,449 shares with voting rights. The updated share count provides investors with an adjusted base for calculating ownership stakes and regulatory disclosure thresholds under UK transparency rules.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £12.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.
Dunelm Group has mandated Barclays Bank to purchase up to 1.6 million of its ordinary shares, with a maximum aggregate spend of £17 million, in the period running up to the company’s 2026 annual general meeting. The shares bought under the programme will be held in treasury to meet employee share-based award commitments, rather than being cancelled, and the purchases will be executed under existing repurchase authorities and in line with U.K. listing and market abuse regulations, signalling an ongoing commitment to equity-based remuneration while limiting dilution for existing shareholders.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £12.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.
Dunelm Group has disclosed a management share dealing involving Person Discharging Managerial Responsibility Luisa Wright, who purchased 2,442 ordinary shares in the company. The transaction, executed on the London Stock Exchange at a price of £9.634 per share, marginally increases insider ownership and may be read by investors as a signal of confidence from senior management.
The share purchase was notified as an initial disclosure under regulatory requirements governing PDMR dealings in listed companies. While limited in size, such transactions are closely watched in the market for indications of alignment between management and shareholder interests, and for any potential read-across to the company’s outlook or governance stance.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £12.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.
Dunelm Group reported a solid first-half performance for the 26 weeks to 27 December 2025, with total sales up 3.6% to £926.3m and digital sales rising to 41% of revenue, helping it gain 20 basis points of market share in the UK homewares and furniture market to 7.9%. Gross margin improved to 53.4%, supported by foreign exchange gains while retail prices were broadly stable, and the board maintained its shareholder-friendly stance with a 3% uplift in the interim ordinary dividend and a special payout, despite lower profit before tax of £114m and higher cost ratios.
Management flagged a challenging consumer backdrop and softer second-quarter trading but noted stronger sales momentum in early third quarter trading following a successful Winter Sale and positive reaction to new spring ranges. New chief executive Clo Moriarty said the business retains significant headroom for growth as it rolls out a full shopping app and works to restore furniture availability, and the group guided that full-year profit before tax should be in line with current market expectations, signalling operational resilience and continued confidence in its strategy.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £1054.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.
Dunelm Group plc has confirmed that its issued ordinary share capital totals 203,426,835 shares with a nominal value of 1p each, of which 791,338 shares are held in treasury, leaving 202,635,497 ordinary shares carrying voting rights. The company noted that this voting share figure should be used by shareholders as the denominator for calculating whether they must disclose new or changed holdings under regulatory transparency rules, clarifying the current capital and voting structure for investors and the market.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £1040.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.
Dunelm Group reported a solid first half in a difficult UK retail environment, with total sales rising 3.6% year-on-year to £926m and digital sales increasing to 41% of the mix. While strong trading in the first quarter was followed by a softer second quarter—particularly around Black Friday and into December amid intense discounting and marketing competition—core categories such as bedding, towels, lighting and Made-to-Measure performed well, offsetting weaker furniture sales linked to availability issues. Gross margin improved by 60 basis points, helped mainly by foreign exchange tailwinds, and first-half profit before tax is expected at £112m–£114m, with full-year profit now guided to the lower end of market expectations. Management is pushing ahead with strategic initiatives to reinforce Dunelm’s market position, including new and reopened stores, the rollout of a new mobile app and targeted actions to improve product availability, as it seeks to capitalise on opportunities to extend its leadership in homewares despite ongoing macroeconomic pressures.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £1266.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.
Dunelm reported a solid first-half performance in a tough UK retail environment, with total sales up 3.6% year-on-year to £926m and digital sales rising to 41% of the total, while gross margin improved by 60 basis points, helped by foreign exchange tailwinds. However, trading in the second quarter slowed, particularly around Black Friday and into December amid heightened competitive discounting and softer furniture sales, leading the group to flag that full-year pre-tax profit is now expected at the lower end of market expectations, even as it continues to invest in new stores, a refreshed app and availability improvements to reinforce its market-leading position.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £1266.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.
Dunelm Group plc has notified the market that its issued ordinary share capital totals 203,426,835 shares of 1p each, of which 1,747,412 are held in treasury, leaving 201,679,423 ordinary shares carrying voting rights. This updated share count provides the official denominator for investors assessing whether they must disclose holdings or changes in their positions under UK Disclosure and Transparency Rules, ensuring clarity for shareholders and regulators on Dunelm’s current voting capital base.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:DNLM) stock is a Buy with a £1266.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dunelm Group stock, see the GB:DNLM Stock Forecast page.