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FORT Stock Chart & Stats
135.20 p
0.80 p(0.59%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
135.20 p
0.80 p(0.59%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range126.40 p - 215.00 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume356.57K
Average Volume (3M)584.64K
Market Cap
£282.21M
Enterprise Value469.14 p
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£6.10M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£81.50M
Price to Earnings (P/E)16.9
Beta1.09
Next Earnings
Mar 11, 2027EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield4.56%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.08
Shares Outstanding211,466,370
10 Day Avg. Volume901,442
30 Day Avg. Volume584,640
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-7.65
Price to Book (P/B)1.67
Price to Sales (P/S)1.01
P/FCF Ratio8.93
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£193.75Price Target Upside43.31% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering4
EPS Forecast (FY)0.1
Revenue Forecast (FY)£372.38M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Deleveraging & Stronger EquityForterra has reduced nominal debt and grown equity into 2025, with debt-to-equity falling from earlier highs. That improved capital structure enhances resilience to cyclical downturns, increases financial flexibility for capex or buybacks, and lowers refinancing risk over the medium term.
Rebound In Cash GenerationThe company moved from a 2023 cash trough to materially positive free cash flow by 2024–2025. Durable FCF supports debt paydown, routine capex and the dividend, and provides a buffer for reinvestment or resilience versus cyclicality if the company sustains improved cash conversion.
Sustained Positive ProfitabilityForterra has returned to multi-year profitability after earlier losses, showing the underlying business can generate positive earnings across cycles. Continued profit generation supports internal funding of operations and signals that core manufacturing and customer relationships remain economically viable.
Bears Say
Revenue And Margin VolatilitySales and margin inconsistency show exposure to demand swings and limited operating leverage. Choppy top-line trends impede long-range planning, make margin recovery uncertain, and can compress returns during downturns as fixed-cost absorption weakens across plants.
Cash Conversion VolatilitySharp swings in operating cash conversion—driven by working-capital timing—reduce predictability of free cash flow. That complicates funding of capex, dividends and debt service, and increases reliance on prudent liquidity management during slower demand periods.
High Cyclicality Tied To UK HousebuildingForterra's core markets are highly cyclical; reliance on UK residential new-build means economic or policy shifts can rapidly alter demand. Structural exposure to housing cycles amplifies revenue volatility and makes long-term growth dependent on macro and regulatory outcomes beyond firm control.
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FORT FAQ
What was Forterra PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Forterra PLC lowest share price was 126.40 p and its highest was 215.00 p in the past 12 months.
What is Forterra PLC’s market cap?
Forterra PLC’s market cap is £282.21M.
When is Forterra PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Forterra PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Mar 11, 2027 which is in 225 days.
How were Forterra PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Forterra PLC released its earnings results on Jul 28, 2026. The company reported 0.051 p earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by N/A.
Is Forterra PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Forterra PLC’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Forterra PLC pay dividends?
Forterra PLC pays a Semiannually dividend of 4.3 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.56%. See more information on Forterra PLC dividends here
What is Forterra PLC’s EPS estimate?
Forterra PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Forterra PLC have?
Forterra PLC has 211,466,370 shares outstanding.
What happened to Forterra PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Forterra PLC reported an EPS of 0.051 p in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.365%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Forterra PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:FORT
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
Forterra Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
£193.75 (43.31% Upside)
£193.75 (43.31% Upside)
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth £71.7K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-8.41%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
4.56%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-5.72%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Forterra PLC
Forterra plc is a UK-based company specializing in the production and distribution of masonry products. Its operations are segmented into three core areas: Bricks, Blocks, and Bespoke Products. The company's comprehensive product range includes various types of bricks and a selection of aircrete and aggregate blocks. Forterra also provides bespoke building solutions, encompassing precast concrete flooring, concrete block paving, and essential chimney and roofing components, alongside other construction materials. These are distributed under widely recognized brand names such as London Brick, Butterley Brick, Ecostock, Cradley, Thermalite, Conbloc, Bison Precast, Jetfloor, Red Bank, and Formpave. The company serves a diverse client base, including builders' merchants, residential developers, specialized brick suppliers, and various contractors and subcontractors. Established in 2016, Forterra maintains its headquarters in Northampton, UK.
FORT Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
193.75 p
▲(43.31% Upside)









