Kier Group PLC (GB:KIE)
LSE:KIE
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KIE Stock Chart & Stats
220.60 p
-1.60 p(-1.16%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
220.60 p
-1.60 p(-1.16%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range150.00 p - 254.00 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume214.07K
Average Volume (3M)1.76M
Market Cap
£897.88M
Enterprise Value988.49M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£1.13B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£1.20B
Price to Earnings (P/E)9.8
Beta1.42
Next Earnings
Sep 10, 2026EPS Estimate
0.14Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.19%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.14
Shares Outstanding439,846,920
10 Day Avg. Volume1,487,632
30 Day Avg. Volume1,764,455
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.54
Price to Book (P/B)1.88
Price to Sales (P/S)0.24
P/FCF Ratio4.35
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£238.33Price Target Upside8.04% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)0.22
Revenue Forecast (FY)£4.28B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Record Order Book & Framework PipelineA record £11.6bn order book and very large framework pipeline give multi-year revenue visibility and reduce short-term bidding risk. High coverage (94% FY26, 78% FY27) supports predictable backlog conversion and prioritises resources toward higher-margin, secured work.
Strong Free Cash Flow ConversionConsistent improvement in free cash flow and strong operating cash-to-net-income conversion indicate improving cash generation discipline. Durable cash conversion supports debt reduction, buybacks, dividend increases and targeted property investment without relying solely on equity funding.
Infrastructure Strength & In-house CapabilityGrowth in Infrastructure Services and sizable in-house M&E capability increase margins and cross-sell potential versus pure contractors. Strong presence in regulated sectors (water, highways, defence, health) and vertical capabilities reduce subcontractor dependence and enhance competitive position on frameworks.
Bears Say
Elevated Leverage On Balance SheetMaterial leverage remains a structural risk: high debt-to-equity and legacy bond obligations constrain financial flexibility and increase refinancing exposure. Higher indebtedness raises interest-cost sensitivity and limits buffer against project delays or margin compression.
Fire & Cladding Remediation UncertaintyRecurring remediation charges (~£30m p.a.) and uncertain insurance recoveries create a multi-year cash and P&L drag. These liabilities reduce cyclical earnings capacity and complicate medium-term margin targets until exposures are resolved by FY28.
Working-capital Seasonality & Cash Conversion RiskPronounced H1 working-capital outflows highlight cash volatility typical in contracting. Reliance on H2 framework conversions to reverse seasonal deficits creates execution risk: delays or slower conversion could pressure liquidity, covenant headroom and ability to sustain buybacks/dividends.
Kier Group plc News
KIE FAQ
What was Kier Group PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Kier Group PLC lowest share price was 150.00 p and its highest was 254.00 p in the past 12 months.
What is Kier Group PLC’s market cap?
Kier Group PLC’s market cap is £897.88M.
When is Kier Group PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Kier Group PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 10, 2026 which is in 126 days.
How were Kier Group PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Kier Group PLC released its earnings results on Mar 03, 2026. The company reported 0.09 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of 0.066 p by 0.024 p.
Is Kier Group PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Kier Group PLC’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Kier Group PLC pay dividends?
Kier Group PLC pays a Semiannually dividend of 5.2 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.19%. See more information on Kier Group PLC dividends here
What is Kier Group PLC’s EPS estimate?
Kier Group PLC’s EPS estimate is 0.14.
How many shares outstanding does Kier Group PLC have?
Kier Group PLC has 439,846,920 shares outstanding.
What happened to Kier Group PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Kier Group PLC reported an EPS of 0.09 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of 0.066 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -3.617%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kier Group PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:KIE
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Kier Group plc Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
£238.33 (8.04% Upside)
£238.33 (8.04% Upside)
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth £338.4K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
57.74%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
11.69%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
4.54%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Kier Group PLC
Kier Group plc primarily engages in the construction business in the United Kingdom and internationally. The company operates through three segments: Construction, Infrastructure Services, and Property. It constructs power stations, roads, bridges, tunnels, and buildings; and provides maintenance services for the U.K. road, rail, and utilities infrastructure, as well as reactive repairs. The company also provides housing maintenance and facilities management services, as well as environmental services comprising street cleaning, grounds maintenance, and commercial waste services; and invests in and develops property schemes and sites. Kier Group plc was incorporated in 1992 and is headquartered in Salford, the United Kingdom.
KIE Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
238.33 p
▲(8.04% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
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