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Diploma
(LSE:DPLM)
Diploma (DPLM) vs. S&P 500 (SPY)
Diploma Business Overview & Revenue Model
Diploma Financial Statement Overview
| Breakdown | |||||
| TTM | Sep 2024 | Sep 2023 | Sep 2022 | Sep 2021 | Sep 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Income Statement | Total Revenue | ||||
| 1.26B | 1.36B | 1.20B | 1.01B | 787.40M | 538.40M | Gross Profit |
| 428.50M | 628.90M | 261.00M | 335.30M | 288.40M | 194.40M | EBIT |
| 196.90M | 207.40M | 187.60M | 148.80M | 114.00M | 71.70M | EBITDA |
| 263.00M | 294.30M | 254.00M | 203.50M | 138.40M | 99.80M | Net Income Common Stockholders |
| 116.10M | 129.30M | 117.70M | 94.70M | 69.80M | 49.30M |
| Balance Sheet | Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | ||||
| 28.40M | 55.50M | 62.40M | 41.70M | 24.80M | 206.80M | Total Assets |
| 190.00M | 1.77B | 1.59B | 1.39B | 994.00M | 703.30M | Total Debt |
| 0.00 | 552.10M | 397.30M | 439.70M | 254.50M | 33.70M | Net Debt |
| -28.40M | 496.60M | 334.90M | 398.00M | 229.70M | -173.10M | Total Liabilities |
| 52.00M | 877.40M | 687.30M | 721.50M | 453.00M | 172.60M | Stockholders Equity |
| 135.60M | 888.00M | 895.60M | 662.00M | 536.30M | 527.00M |
| Cash Flow | Free Cash Flow | ||||
| 180.00M | 178.40M | 166.10M | 109.60M | 109.90M | 76.00M | Operating Cash Flow |
| 202.30M | 198.10M | 189.20M | 125.00M | 116.10M | 85.40M | Investing Cash Flow |
| -213.30M | -294.80M | -270.90M | -172.20M | -447.70M | -17.70M | Financing Cash Flow |
| 2.70M | 90.30M | 107.50M | 64.70M | 139.00M | 114.20M |
Diploma Technical Analysis
Diploma Peers Comparison
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
75 Outperform | £9.70B | 33.74 | 16.90% | 0.89% | 11.94% | 20.48% | |
74 Outperform | £4.28B | 17.56 | 23.50% | 1.73% | 0.64% | 4.92% | |
70 Outperform | £4.99B | 38.56 | 14.50% | 1.59% | 13.59% | 6.14% | |
69 Neutral | £5.71B | 18.27 | 17.83% | 1.75% | -4.95% | 36.95% | |
62 Neutral | $8.08B | 13.63 | 3.82% | 3.13% | 3.58% | -14.35% | |
59 Neutral | £1.76B | 17.99 | 11.07% | 3.31% | 4.71% | 0.43% |
Diploma Corporate Events
Diploma PLC announced that Ian El-Mokadem, a Non-Executive Director, has purchased 500 Ordinary Shares of the company, reflecting a personal investment in the firm’s stock. This transaction, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, underscores the director’s confidence in the company’s future prospects and is made in compliance with the UK Market Abuse Regulation, potentially signaling positive sentiment to stakeholders and the market.
Diploma PLC has announced a change in its voting rights structure following an acquisition or disposal by Norges Bank, which now holds a 3.011810% stake in the company. This adjustment in voting rights reflects a slight increase from the previous position, indicating a potential shift in shareholder influence and possibly impacting the company’s strategic decisions.
Diploma PLC, a company involved in the distribution of specialized products and services, announced a transaction involving the purchase of shares by Michele Claude Lowden, the wife of the company’s Non-Executive Chair, David Lowden. This transaction, which took place on 21 March 2025, resulted in the Lowden family holding a total of 3,646 Ordinary Shares. The announcement was made in compliance with the UK Market Abuse Regulation, highlighting the company’s adherence to regulatory requirements.
Diploma PLC announced that Katie Bickerstaffe, a Non-Executive Director, has purchased 201 ordinary shares of the company, increasing her total shareholding to 1,421 shares. This transaction, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflects confidence in the company’s market position and future prospects, aligning with regulatory compliance under the UK Market Abuse Regulation.
Diploma PLC, a UK-based company, has announced a change in the voting rights held by The Capital Group Companies, Inc. The notification indicates that The Capital Group Companies, Inc. has decreased its voting rights in Diploma PLC from 13.000363% to 12.863009%, as of March 14, 2025. This change reflects a minor adjustment in the company’s shareholder structure, potentially impacting its governance dynamics. The Capital Group Companies, Inc., a prominent investment management firm, manages these shares through its various subsidiaries, focusing on institutional and high net worth clients.
Diploma PLC announced the appointment of Ian El-Mokadem as a Non-Executive Director to the Board and several committees of United Utilities Group PLC, effective from June 1, 2025. This strategic appointment highlights Diploma PLC’s commitment to strengthening its leadership and governance, potentially enhancing its industry positioning and stakeholder confidence.
Diploma PLC, a UK-based company, has announced a change in its voting rights structure due to an acquisition or disposal by FMR LLC, a firm registered in Boston, USA. The notification reveals that FMR LLC’s voting rights in Diploma PLC have decreased from 5.1958% to 4.9822%, indicating a slight reduction in their stake. This adjustment in voting rights could potentially impact the company’s governance dynamics and influence from its stakeholders.
Diploma PLC has announced a voluntary disclosure regarding an update in the chain of corporations controlled by its substantial shareholder, FMR LLC. This update indicates a slight increase in voting rights from 5.06% to 5.1958%, amounting to 6,971,520 total voting rights. This change could potentially impact the company’s shareholder dynamics and influence FMR LLC’s stake in Diploma PLC’s decision-making processes, reflecting a strategic move in aligning its holdings more effectively.
Diploma PLC announced a change in its shareholder structure as Norges Bank has adjusted its voting rights, reducing from 3.015160% to 2.974780% as of February 12, 2025. This change in voting rights indicates a slight divestment by Norges Bank, which may influence the company’s governance dynamics or investor confidence.
Diploma PLC announced that Jennifer Ward, a Non-Executive Director of the company, has purchased 1,000 ordinary shares. This transaction highlights the confidence of the board members in the company’s prospects. The purchase was made on the London Stock Exchange at a price of £42.50 per share, and this move aligns with the regulatory requirements under the UK Market Abuse Regulation.
Diploma PLC, a prominent company, successfully conducted its Annual General Meeting where all resolutions proposed to shareholders were approved by poll votes. These resolutions included a final dividend, re-elections, and other strategic financial measures, reflecting strong shareholder support and potentially enhancing the company’s market operations and governance standing.
Diploma PLC reported a strong start to the fiscal year, with a 7% organic revenue growth and a total reported revenue growth of 12% for the first quarter ending December 31, 2024. The growth was driven by acquisitions and a robust operating margin, despite a slight negative impact from foreign exchange. The company maintained its full-year guidance, reflecting confidence in achieving a 6% organic revenue growth, 2% net acquisition growth, and a strong operating margin of approximately 21%. This performance strengthens Diploma’s position in the distribution industry and reassures stakeholders of its continued financial health and strategic momentum.
Diploma PLC announced that Janice Stipp, a Non-Executive Director, has purchased 700 Ordinary Shares of the company, valued at $56.86 per share, on December 13, 2024. This transaction was carried out in compliance with the UK Market Abuse Regulation, indicating the company’s adherence to legal and regulatory standards, potentially enhancing stakeholder confidence in its governance practices.