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Firstgroup
(LSE:FGP)
Firstgroup (FGP) vs. iShares MSCI United Kingdom ETF (EWC)
Firstgroup Business Overview & Revenue Model
Firstgroup Financial Statement Overview
| Breakdown | Mar 2025 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Income Statement | |||||
| Total Revenue | 4.65B | 4.72B | 4.75B | 4.59B | 4.32B |
| Gross Profit | 1.81B | 2.02B | 2.24B | 2.12B | 2.04B |
| EBITDA | 849.80M | 656.20M | 896.70M | 863.60M | 857.30M |
| Net Income | 127.50M | -15.90M | 87.10M | 636.40M | 78.40M |
Balance Sheet | |||||
| Total Assets | 3.66B | 3.81B | 4.41B | 3.83B | 8.29B |
| Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | 171.40M | 496.50M | 791.40M | 787.70M | 1.44B |
| Total Debt | 1.35B | 1.63B | 2.07B | 1.41B | 3.52B |
| Total Liabilities | 2.95B | 3.17B | 3.66B | 2.95B | 7.14B |
| Stockholders Equity | 696.70M | 633.30M | 740.20M | 876.60M | 1.18B |
Cash Flow | |||||
| Free Cash Flow | 597.80M | 324.00M | 402.30M | -184.80M | 785.80M |
| Operating Cash Flow | 754.20M | 543.30M | 580.20M | 66.80M | 1.21B |
| Investing Cash Flow | -150.90M | -10.20M | 73.00M | 2.08B | -303.00M |
| Financing Cash Flow | -641.50M | -776.30M | -640.90M | -2.89B | -326.90M |
Firstgroup Technical Analysis
Firstgroup Peers Comparison
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
78 Outperform | £442.42M | 11.17 | 35.97% | 1.82% | 22.39% | 179.53% | |
75 Outperform | £763.57M | 9.49 | 7.58% | 10.41% | 7.08% | -28.02% | |
75 Outperform | £2.15B | 50.89 | 4.71% | 1.95% | -0.68% | -78.93% | |
71 Outperform | £1.23B | 10.31 | 18.47% | 4.36% | 7.45% | ― | |
65 Neutral | $10.85B | 15.47 | 5.22% | 1.89% | 3.09% | -26.84% | |
60 Neutral | £83.45M | 29.24 | 1.63% | ― | 7.18% | -28.05% | |
51 Neutral | £175.53M | ― | -135.03% | ― | 8.30% | -346.39% |
Firstgroup Corporate Events
FirstGroup plc has announced the grant of 6,105,523 options to 2,522 employees under its Save as You Earn (SAYE) share plan, which is an all-employee scheme. This initiative, commencing on 1 September 2025, allows employees to exercise their options from 1 September 2028, potentially enhancing employee engagement and retention. The announcement includes the grant of 824 options to Ant Green, a Group Employee Director, reflecting the company’s commitment to aligning managerial interests with broader corporate goals.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:FGP) stock is a Buy with a £220.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Firstgroup stock, see the GB:FGP Stock Forecast page.
FirstGroup plc has executed a share buyback transaction, acquiring 606,131 of its ordinary shares at a weighted average price of 221.85 pence per share. This move is part of FirstGroup’s ongoing share buyback programme, which aims to optimize its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value. Following this purchase, FirstGroup holds a significant number of shares in treasury, with the option to cancel them in the future, thereby impacting the total number of voting rights available to shareholders.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:FGP) stock is a Buy with a £215.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Firstgroup stock, see the GB:FGP Stock Forecast page.
FirstGroup plc has executed a share buyback program, purchasing 654,683 ordinary shares at an average price of 224.09 pence per share. This move is part of their strategy to manage capital and potentially enhance shareholder value, with the purchased shares held in treasury and possibly subject to cancellation in the future. The transaction impacts the total number of voting rights, which now stands at 578,580,726, excluding treasury shares, influencing shareholder calculations under the FCA’s rules.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:FGP) stock is a Buy with a £205.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Firstgroup stock, see the GB:FGP Stock Forecast page.
FirstGroup plc has executed a share buyback transaction, purchasing 68,645 ordinary shares at an average price of 229.83 pence per share. This move is part of its ongoing share buyback programme announced in June 2025, and the purchased shares will be held in treasury, potentially impacting the company’s share capital structure and shareholder voting rights.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:FGP) stock is a Buy with a £205.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Firstgroup stock, see the GB:FGP Stock Forecast page.
FirstGroup plc has announced its total voting rights and capital as of June 30, 2025, in accordance with the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules. The company has a total of 750,695,015 ordinary shares, with 168,938,340 held in treasury, resulting in 581,756,675 voting rights available. This figure is crucial for shareholders to determine their notification requirements to FirstGroup and the FCA regarding their voting rights percentage.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:FGP) stock is a Buy with a £205.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Firstgroup stock, see the GB:FGP Stock Forecast page.
FirstGroup PLC has announced a change in the breakdown of its voting rights, with BlackRock, Inc. increasing its stake to 5.71% as of June 25, 2025. This adjustment in holdings could influence FirstGroup’s strategic decisions and impact its market positioning, potentially affecting stakeholders and future company operations.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:FGP) stock is a Buy with a £205.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Firstgroup stock, see the GB:FGP Stock Forecast page.
FirstGroup plc has submitted its 2025 Annual Report and Financial Statements, along with the Notice of the 2025 Annual General Meeting, to the Financial Conduct Authority’s National Storage Mechanism. These documents, which include significant events from the past year and their financial impacts, are accessible on the company’s website, reflecting FirstGroup’s commitment to transparency and regulatory compliance.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:FGP) stock is a Buy with a £205.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Firstgroup stock, see the GB:FGP Stock Forecast page.
FirstGroup plc has executed a share buyback program, purchasing 576,214 of its ordinary shares at an average price of 229.55 pence per share. This transaction, conducted through RBC Europe Limited, results in FirstGroup holding 168,512,138 shares in treasury, with the total number of voting rights in the company now standing at 582,182,877. The move is part of FirstGroup’s strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:FGP) stock is a Buy with a £205.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Firstgroup stock, see the GB:FGP Stock Forecast page.
FirstGroup plc has executed a share buyback program, purchasing 431,541 of its ordinary shares at a weighted average price of 224.95 pence per share. This transaction, conducted through RBC Europe Limited, is part of a previously announced buyback initiative. Following this purchase, FirstGroup holds 167,505,791 shares in treasury, with a total of 583,189,224 shares in issue excluding treasury shares. The company may cancel these treasury shares in the future, impacting the total voting rights available to shareholders.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:FGP) stock is a Buy with a £205.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Firstgroup stock, see the GB:FGP Stock Forecast page.
FirstGroup plc has executed a share buyback transaction, purchasing 472,318 ordinary shares at a weighted average price of 220.66 pence per share, as part of its ongoing share buyback programme. This move is intended to manage the company’s capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value, with the purchased shares being held in treasury, which could influence voting rights and shareholder interests.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:FGP) stock is a Buy with a £205.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Firstgroup stock, see the GB:FGP Stock Forecast page.
FirstGroup plc has executed a share buyback transaction, purchasing 385,418 of its ordinary shares at a weighted average price of 223.97 pence per share. This move is part of the company’s ongoing share buyback programme, which aims to manage its capital structure effectively. Following this transaction, FirstGroup holds 166,109,932 shares in treasury, with a total of 584,585,083 shares in issue excluding treasury shares. This transaction may impact the company’s market positioning by potentially increasing shareholder value and optimizing its capital allocation strategy.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:FGP) stock is a Buy with a £205.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Firstgroup stock, see the GB:FGP Stock Forecast page.
FirstGroup plc announced that Ryan Mangold, the Chief Finance Officer, and his wife, Nicole Mangold, sold a significant number of shares, totaling 1,000,000 shares, on the London Stock Exchange. Despite the sale, they still hold a substantial shareholding, representing over 540% of Ryan’s annual salary, indicating a strong financial position relative to the company’s remuneration policy.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:FGP) stock is a Buy with a £205.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Firstgroup stock, see the GB:FGP Stock Forecast page.
FirstGroup plc announced the grant of conditional share awards to its Chief Executive Officer, Graham Sutherland, and Chief Financial Officer, Ryan Mangold, under the Executive Annual Bonus Plan and Long-Term Incentive Plan. These awards, which are set to vest on the third anniversary of the grant date, aim to align the interests of the executives with those of the shareholders, potentially impacting the company’s long-term strategic goals and market positioning.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:FGP) stock is a Buy with a £205.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Firstgroup stock, see the GB:FGP Stock Forecast page.
FirstGroup plc announced that Ryan Mangold, the Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer, purchased 72 ordinary shares under the company’s Share Incentive Plan. The shares were acquired at a price of £2.0826 each on the London Stock Exchange, highlighting the executive’s confidence in the company’s future performance and aligning his interests with those of shareholders.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:FGP) stock is a Buy with a £205.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Firstgroup stock, see the GB:FGP Stock Forecast page.
FirstGroup plc has announced a change in its board structure as Ant Green, the Employee Director, will not seek re-election at the upcoming AGM. In response to significant changes in the UK bus and rail industries, the company will replace the Employee Director position with a designated Non-executive Director, Myrtle Dawes, to ensure employee perspectives are represented in board discussions. This strategic move is part of FirstGroup’s restructuring efforts to better align with industry shifts and enhance stakeholder engagement.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:FGP) stock is a Buy with a £205.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Firstgroup stock, see the GB:FGP Stock Forecast page.
FirstGroup plc has announced a £50 million share buyback programme aimed at reducing its issued share capital. The programme, divided into two tranches of £25 million each, will be executed by RBC Europe Limited and Panmure Liberum Limited. This strategic move is expected to enhance shareholder value by decreasing the number of shares in circulation, potentially impacting the company’s market positioning and stakeholder interests.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:FGP) stock is a Buy with a £205.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Firstgroup stock, see the GB:FGP Stock Forecast page.
FirstGroup plc reported strong financial results for FY 2025, with increased revenue and operating profit driven by its bus and rail divisions. The company announced significant investments in growth and decarbonization, including the acquisition of RATP London and new track access rights, positioning itself well for future industry transitions. Shareholder returns were enhanced through buyback programs and dividends, while the company maintained a strong balance sheet and cash conversion.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:FGP) stock is a Buy with a £205.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Firstgroup stock, see the GB:FGP Stock Forecast page.
FirstGroup plc has announced a new open access rail service from London to Stirling, set to begin in mid-2026 under the Lumo brand. This service will enhance connectivity between London and central and southern Scotland, offering new direct routes to several stations. The company expects annual revenues of approximately £50 million with a low double-digit operating profit margin. This initiative is part of FirstGroup’s strategy to expand its open access rail services, which are privately funded and aim to drive economic growth by connecting underserved areas.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:FGP) stock is a Buy with a £205.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Firstgroup stock, see the GB:FGP Stock Forecast page.
FirstGroup plc has announced that its Chief Executive Officer, Graham Sutherland, will take on an additional role as a Non-Executive Director at HICL Infrastructure PLC starting May 21, 2025. This move could potentially enhance FirstGroup’s strategic insights and industry connections, reflecting positively on its operational and market positioning.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:FGP) stock is a Buy with a £205.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Firstgroup stock, see the GB:FGP Stock Forecast page.
FirstGroup plc announced that Ryan Mangold, the Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer, has purchased 81 ordinary shares under the company’s Share Incentive Plan (SIP) at a price of £1.8505 per share. This transaction, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to align management interests with shareholder value, as per the Market Abuse Regulation 596/2014.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:FGP) stock is a Buy with a £205.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Firstgroup stock, see the GB:FGP Stock Forecast page.
FirstGroup plc announced that Ryan Mangold, the Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer, has purchased 97 ordinary shares of the company under the Share Incentive Plan. This transaction, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflects the company’s adherence to regulatory requirements and demonstrates executive confidence in FirstGroup’s market position.
FirstGroup plc has reported strong financial performance for the fiscal year ending March 2025, with revenue growth in both its First Bus and First Rail divisions. The introduction of a new fare structure and the acquisition of RATP London have bolstered First Bus’s revenue, while First Rail has exceeded expectations due to higher variable fees and successful open access operations. The company’s financial guidance indicates adjusted operating profit and earnings per share will surpass previous expectations, and it maintains a strong balance sheet with lower net debt than anticipated.