Premier Foods PLC (GB:PFD)
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PFD Stock Chart & Stats
196.70 p
0.12 p(0.07%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
196.70 p
0.12 p(0.07%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range165.20 p - 216.50 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume186.29K
Average Volume (3M)1.90M
Market Cap
£1.80B
Enterprise Value1.90B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£127.40M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£334.50M
Price to Earnings (P/E)4.5
Beta0.50
Next Earnings
Nov 12, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.62%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.15
Shares Outstanding868,795,840
10 Day Avg. Volume1,977,833
30 Day Avg. Volume1,902,004
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.83
Price to Book (P/B)1.14
Price to Sales (P/S)1.37
P/FCF Ratio11.09
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£230.00Price Target Upside16.93% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering2
EPS Forecast (FY)0.16
Revenue Forecast (FY)£1.23B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Branded Market ShareSustained market share gains (130bps over three years) indicate durable brand equity and successful category execution. This supports pricing power, shelf presence with major UK retailers, and a structural advantage to defend volumes and margins against private-label competition over the medium term.
Margin ResilienceProfitability improvements, with trading profit +7% and adjusted PBT +10% (ex-levy), plus historically high-30% gross margins and ~10–11% net margins, show durable margin strength. This margin base enables earnings growth even with modest top-line increases and cushions against input cost cycles.
Strong Balance Sheet & CashVery low net leverage (net debt/EBITDA ~1%) and rising free cash flow in 2026 provide financial flexibility to invest, pursue bolt-on acquisitions, and fund capex. A conservative balance sheet reduces refinancing risk and supports long-term strategic initiatives and shareholder returns.
Bears Say
Modest Revenue GrowthTop-line growth is only modest and was flat in 2024, limiting the pace at which profits can compound. With core sales growth subdued, the company must rely on margin expansion, promotions, or M&A to drive earnings, making long-term EPS growth more sensitive to cost and retail dynamics.
Variable Cash ConversionOperating cash conversion is inconsistent and historically below 1.0, exposing earnings to working-capital swings. That variability can constrain the company’s ability to reliably fund capex, acquisitions, or dividends in weaker periods and raises the importance of ongoing cash management discipline.
Regulatory & Retailer HeadwindsThe extended producer responsibility levy is a structural cost that reduced reported profits when charged and may persist as an ongoing expense. Combined with retailer polarization (uneven performance across chains), this raises the risk of sustained margin pressure and tougher trade negotiations long term.
Premier Foods News
PFD FAQ
What was Premier Foods PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Premier Foods PLC lowest share price was 165.20 p and its highest was 216.50 p in the past 12 months.
What is Premier Foods PLC’s market cap?
Premier Foods PLC’s market cap is £1.80B.
When is Premier Foods PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Premier Foods PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 12, 2026 which is in 180 days.
How were Premier Foods PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Premier Foods PLC released its earnings results on May 14, 2026. The company reported 0.103 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of 0.099 p by 0.004 p.
Is Premier Foods PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Premier Foods PLC’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Premier Foods PLC pay dividends?
Premier Foods PLC pays a Annually dividend of 2.8 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.62%. See more information on Premier Foods PLC dividends here
What is Premier Foods PLC’s EPS estimate?
Premier Foods PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Premier Foods PLC have?
Premier Foods PLC has 868,795,840 shares outstanding.
What happened to Premier Foods PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Premier Foods PLC reported an EPS of 0.103 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of 0.099 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 3.193%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Premier Foods PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:PFD
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
Premier Foods Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
£230.00 (16.93% Upside)
£230.00 (16.93% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
GB:PFD Sentiment 100%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-4.96%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
9.27%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-1.21%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Premier Foods PLC
Premier Foods plc, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and distributes branded and own label food products in the United Kingdom, other European countries, and internationally. The company operates through Grocery, Sweet Treats, and International segments. It offers a portfolio of product categories, including flavorings and seasonings under the Bisto, OXO, and Paxo brands; cooking sauces and accompaniments under the Sharwood's, Loyd Grossman, and Homepride brands; and quick meals, snacks, and soups under the Batchelors and Smash brands. The company's products portfolio also comprises ambient desserts under the Ambrosia, Bird's, and Angel Delight brands; and ambient cakes under the Mr Kipling, Cadbury, and Lyons brands. It offers its products through supermarkets, discounters, convenience stores, and wholesale and food service facilities, as well as through e-commerce channels. The company was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in Saint Albans, the United Kingdom.
PFD Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
230.00 p
▲(16.93% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
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