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Hardide PLC (GB:HDD)
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Hardide (HDD) Price & Analysis

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17.75 p
0.00 p(0.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
17.75 p
0.00 p(0.00%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Revenue And Profitability TurnaroundA 50.2% revenue increase and a return to positive EBIT and net income in FY2025 represent a durable operational inflection. Restored profitability improves internal funding capacity, validates commercial traction in core markets, and reduces dependence on external capital if managed sustainably.
Improved Cash GenerationMaterial improvement to operating and free cash flow strengthens the firm’s ability to fund working capital, maintenance capex and modest growth without frequent external financing. Stronger cash conversion (FCF roughly 0.9x net income) supports earnings quality and operational resilience over the medium term.
Specialized, High-barrier Business ModelHardide’s tungsten-carbide coating technology targets wear- and corrosion-critical parts in heavy industry, implying technical barriers, specialized know-how and repeat service demand. This niche positioning supports pricing power, long-term customer relationships and durable revenue streams across industrial cycles.
Bears Say
Thin Net Margins And VolatilityA ~3% net margin provides limited cushions against cost inflation, pricing pressure or project delays. Coupled with several prior loss-making years, this margin profile makes earnings fragile: a modest revenue shortfall or margin compression could quickly reverse the recent profitability inflection.
Rising LeverageHigher debt-to-equity increases fixed obligations and reduces financial flexibility to pursue opportunities or absorb shocks. With equity trends down versus earlier years and only modest ROE improvement, elevated leverage raises refinancing and covenant risk if operating momentum weakens.
Inconsistent Cash-flow HistoryWhile FY2025 cash generation improved, the prior pattern of negative free cash flow underscores sensitivity to working-capital timing and demand swings. Inconsistent cash conversion increases execution risk and the potential need for external funding during cyclical or operational stress periods.

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HDD FAQ

What was Hardide PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Hardide PLC lowest share price was 5.00 p and its highest was 40.80 p in the past 12 months.
    What is Hardide PLC’s market cap?
    Hardide PLC’s market cap is £26.40M.
      When is Hardide PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Hardide PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is May 19, 2026 which is in 65 days.
        How were Hardide PLC’s earnings last quarter?
        Hardide PLC released its earnings results on Feb 05, 2026. The company reported 0.003 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of 0 p by 0.003 p.
          Is Hardide PLC overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Hardide PLC’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Hardide PLC pay dividends?
            Hardide PLC does not currently pay dividends.
            What is Hardide PLC’s EPS estimate?
            Hardide PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
            How many shares outstanding does Hardide PLC have?
            Hardide PLC has 78,812,750 shares outstanding.
              What happened to Hardide PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
              Hardide PLC reported an EPS of 0.003 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of 0 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -6.122%.
                Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Hardide PLC?
                Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:HDD
                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

                  Company Description

                  Hardide PLC

                  Hardide plc manufactures and sells advanced tungsten carbide/tungsten metal matrix composite coatings in the United Kingdom, Europe, North America, and internationally. Its products are used in various industries, including energy, aerospace, flow control, power generation, and precision engineering. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Bicester, the United Kingdom.

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