ME Group International (GB:MEGP)
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MEGP Stock Chart & Stats
146.20 p
-1.59 p(-0.79%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
146.20 p
-1.59 p(-0.79%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range98.50 p - 237.50 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume84.09K
Average Volume (3M)376.85K
Market Cap
£394.37M
Enterprise Value539.60M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£56.54M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£43.04M
Price to Earnings (P/E)7.0
Beta0.77
Next Earnings
Jul 21, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield4.7%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.15
Shares Outstanding376,302,580
10 Day Avg. Volume392,899
30 Day Avg. Volume376,846
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.76
Price to Book (P/B)3.34
Price to Sales (P/S)2.25
P/FCF Ratio24.77
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£220.00Price Target Upside50.48% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)0.14
Revenue Forecast (FY)£319.64M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Recurring Installed-base EconomicsME Group’s business collects per-transaction revenue from self-service kiosks it installs and operates, creating a recurring revenue annuity from each deployed machine. This installed-base model supports predictable cash flow and unit-level profitability over multiple years, aiding long-term margin stability.
Sustained Revenue And Profit RecoveryThe multi-year expansion in top line and a more than doubling of net income since 2021 indicate structural recovery and improved operating leverage. Strong earnings growth provides a foundation for reinvestment in the estate and supports continued margin improvement versus earlier loss years.
Material Deleveraging & Stronger Capital BaseSignificant reduction in leverage and higher equity signal improved financial flexibility and lower refinancing risk. A cleaner balance sheet plus strong reported returns on equity enhances capacity to fund growth, pay dividends, or withstand operational shocks without excessive external financing.
Bears Say
Weak, Volatile Free Cash FlowDespite strong operating cash flows, free cash flow has been volatile and materially below accounting profits, constraining the company’s ability to convert earnings into investable surplus. This gap limits durable funding for expansion, capex replacement, or sustained higher payouts without rebuilding cash buffers.
Decelerating Top-line MomentumGrowth has moderated after the post-2021 rebound, reducing potential operating leverage gains going forward. Slower revenue expansion raises pressure on management to find new distribution channels or product adjacencies to sustain margins and maintain long-term earnings trajectory.
Capital Intensity And Site Economics RiskThe model relies on physical kiosks in high-footfall sites, requiring ongoing capex and service spending. Margins and returns are sensitive to site performance, maintenance costs and depreciation cycles, creating structural operating cost risk that can compress long-term cash generation if utilization or site terms weaken.
ME Group International News
MEGP FAQ
What was ME Group International’s price range in the past 12 months?
ME Group International lowest share price was 98.50 p and its highest was 237.50 p in the past 12 months.
What is ME Group International’s market cap?
ME Group International’s market cap is £394.37M.
When is ME Group International’s upcoming earnings report date?
ME Group International’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 21, 2026 which is in 42 days.
How were ME Group International’s earnings last quarter?
ME Group International released its earnings results on Mar 23, 2026. The company reported 0.082 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by 0.082 p.
Is ME Group International overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts ME Group International’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does ME Group International pay dividends?
ME Group International pays a Semiannually dividend of 4.79 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.7%. See more information on ME Group International dividends here
What is ME Group International’s EPS estimate?
ME Group International’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does ME Group International have?
ME Group International has 376,302,580 shares outstanding.
What happened to ME Group International’s price movement after its last earnings report?
ME Group International reported an EPS of 0.082 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of ME Group International?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:MEGP
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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ME Group International Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
£220.00 (50.48% Upside)
£220.00 (50.48% Upside)
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth £310.2K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-9.49%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
27.72%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
6.96%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
ME Group International
Established in 1962 and based in Epsom, United Kingdom, ME Group International plc specializes in the operation, sale, and upkeep of various instant-service machines. The company, formerly known as Photo-Me International plc until its rebranding in August 2022, serves customers across the United Kingdom, Continental Europe, Ireland, and Asia. Its equipment range includes automatic, coin-operated photobooths, used for both official identification and leisure, alongside a broad selection of vending units. This diverse vending portfolio encompasses digital photo kiosks, self-service laundry facilities, business service apparatus, amusement machines, and children's rides. As of October 31, 2021, the group's network comprised 27,867 photobooths and 43,817 vending machines.
MEGP Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
220.00 p
▲(50.48% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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