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ESNT Stock Chart & Stats
86.30 p
-0.40 p(-0.32%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
86.30 p
-0.40 p(-0.32%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range78.40 p - 123.80 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume107.74K
Average Volume (3M)808.46K
Market Cap
£232.72M
Enterprise Value328.54M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£36.20M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£126.80M
Price to Earnings (P/E)112.5
Beta1.13
Next Earnings
Jul 28, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.44%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)<0.01
Shares Outstanding283,886,230
10 Day Avg. Volume384,225
30 Day Avg. Volume808,463
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-1.63
Price to Book (P/B)1.04
Price to Sales (P/S)0.91
P/FCF Ratio47.58
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£120.00Price Target Upside39.05% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)0.07
Revenue Forecast (FY)£311.99M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Focused Components Business After DisposalsThe post-disposal focus on Components simplifies strategy and resource allocation, concentrating management and capital on higher-volume, repeat-purchase industrial parts. This structural clarity supports operational improvements, product specialization and more consistent service offerings to OEM and MRO customers over the medium term.
Diversified End Markets And Global DistributionBroad end-market exposure and a global manufacturing and distribution footprint reduce dependence on any single sector or geography. That diversification smooths revenue cyclicality, supports repeat MRO demand, and enables cross-selling and scale benefits across customers and regions over a multi-quarter horizon.
Manageable Leverage And Solid Equity BaseA moderate debt-to-equity ratio and falling total debt provide financial flexibility for operational investment and working-capital needs. Manageable leverage lowers refinancing risk and preserves capacity to fund capex or support the dividend during cyclical dips, benefiting long-term stability and strategic execution.
Bears Say
Weak Profitability And Low ROESub-percent net margin and minimal ROE indicate the business currently generates limited returns on capital. Persistently weak profitability constrains internal funding for growth, limits cushion against cost inflation, and makes it harder to materially improve shareholder returns without substantive margin recovery or structural change.
Declining Operating And Free Cash FlowMaterial falls in operating and free cash flow reduce the company's ability to self-fund investments, deleverage, or smooth dividends. Lower cash conversion increases reliance on external financing for strategic initiatives and reduces the margin for error if end-market demand softens over the next several quarters.
Flat And Volatile Revenue TrendsStagnant and inconsistent top-line growth limits operating leverage and makes margin expansion difficult. Without sustained revenue momentum, fixed-cost absorption and cross-selling opportunities remain constrained, increasing the challenge of turning modest gross margins into durable bottom-line improvements.
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ESNT FAQ
What was Essentra PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Essentra PLC lowest share price was 78.40 p and its highest was 123.80 p in the past 12 months.
What is Essentra PLC’s market cap?
Essentra PLC’s market cap is £232.72M.
When is Essentra PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Essentra PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 28, 2026 which is in 25 days.
How were Essentra PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Essentra PLC released its earnings results on Mar 17, 2026. The company reported 0.006 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by 0.006 p.
Is Essentra PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Essentra PLC’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Essentra PLC pay dividends?
Essentra PLC pays a Semiannually dividend of 1.2 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.44%. See more information on Essentra PLC dividends here
What is Essentra PLC’s EPS estimate?
Essentra PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Essentra PLC have?
Essentra PLC has 283,886,230 shares outstanding.
What happened to Essentra PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Essentra PLC reported an EPS of 0.006 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 9.524%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Essentra PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:ESNT
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Essentra Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
£120.00 (39.05% Upside)
£120.00 (39.05% Upside)
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth £4.8K 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
-26.32%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
0.79%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-3.91%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Essentra PLC
Essentra plc is a global enterprise specializing in crucial components and comprehensive solutions. Its Components division manufactures and distributes diverse items, including plastic injection-molded, vinyl dip-molded, and metallic products. These are supplied to key sectors such as equipment manufacturing, automotive, fabrication, electronics, and construction. This division offers a broad spectrum of component solutions like caps, plugs, wire and cable management systems, flange protectors, knobs, handles, grips, PCB and electronics hardware, and precision tools, all designed for protective and finishing applications. The Packaging division provides cartons, leaflets, self-adhesive labels, and printed foils, particularly for blister pack usage, alongside developing packaging and authentication solutions primarily for the health and personal care industries. Essentra's Filter division supplies filters and packaging solutions for the roll-your-own market, offers analytical laboratory services, and develops next-generation products, including e-cigarette and heat-not-burn solutions. Incorporated in 2005 and headquartered in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom, the company operated as Filtrona plc until its rebranding to Essentra plc in June 2013.
ESNT Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
120.00 p
▲(39.05% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
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