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PZ Cussons PLC (GB:PZC)
LSE:PZC
PZC Stock Chart & Stats
72.30 p
-0.60 p(-0.75%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
72.30 p
-0.60 p(-0.75%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range65.09 p - 92.10 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume43.53K
Average Volume (3M)1.09M
Market Cap
£310.42M
Enterprise Value429.02M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£49.90M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£159.50M
Price to Earnings (P/E)14.3
Beta0.88
Next Earnings
Sep 23, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield4.82%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.04
Shares Outstanding428,724,950
10 Day Avg. Volume597,987
30 Day Avg. Volume1,088,669
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.70
Price to Book (P/B)1.67
Price to Sales (P/S)0.71
P/FCF Ratio22.09
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)0.07
Revenue Forecast (FY)£545.90M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Like‑for‑like Revenue GrowthSustained LFL growth across multiple regions and lead markets shows durable demand for core brands and geographic diversification. Broad-based revenue expansion reduces reliance on any single market, underpinning predictable top-line momentum and scale benefits for marketing and distribution over the next 2–6 months.
Margin Recovery And Cost SavingsImproving adjusted operating profit and targeted £5–10m cost savings indicate structural margin repair. Delivering overhead reductions and process savings supports sustainable operating leverage, improving cash generation potential and giving management room to invest behind high-return marketing and innovation.
Deleveraging And Cash GenerationMaterial disposal proceeds and positive free cash flow have meaningfully lowered leverage, enhancing financial flexibility. A stronger balance sheet reduces refinancing risk, supports progressive capital allocation and funds reinvestment or M&A, making the company more resilient to shocks and FX volatility over months ahead.
Bears Say
Weak Underlying ProfitabilityPersistent negative net margin and a negative ROE signal structural profitability issues despite revenue growth. Weak core earnings limit retained earnings and investment capacity, raise reliance on disposals to fund returns, and increase sensitivity to cost inflation or margin squeeze in the medium term.
FX And Emerging‑market ExposureSignificant earnings sensitivity to FX movements, especially the naira, makes reported profits and cash flows volatile. Reliance on accounting FX swings to boost results complicates forecasting and leaves margins contingent on currency stability, elevating structural execution and reserve-management risks.
Brand & Inventory HeadwindsUnderperformance of key brands and high inventory levels create enduring operational strain: lost retail support, need for trade reinvestment, and markdown risk. Rebuilding distribution and clearing stock requires sustained marketing and margin support, pressuring near-term profitability and cash conversion.
PZ Cussons News
PZC FAQ
What was PZ Cussons PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
PZ Cussons PLC lowest share price was 65.09 p and its highest was 92.10 p in the past 12 months.
What is PZ Cussons PLC’s market cap?
PZ Cussons PLC’s market cap is £310.42M.
When is PZ Cussons PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
PZ Cussons PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 23, 2026 which is in 189 days.
How were PZ Cussons PLC’s earnings last quarter?
PZ Cussons PLC released its earnings results on Feb 11, 2026. The company reported 0.044 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by 0.044 p.
Is PZ Cussons PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts PZ Cussons PLC’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does PZ Cussons PLC pay dividends?
PZ Cussons PLC pays a Semiannually dividend of 2.1 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.82%. See more information on PZ Cussons PLC dividends here
What is PZ Cussons PLC’s EPS estimate?
PZ Cussons PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does PZ Cussons PLC have?
PZ Cussons PLC has 428,724,950 shares outstanding.
What happened to PZ Cussons PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
PZ Cussons PLC reported an EPS of 0.044 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 7.721%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of PZ Cussons PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:PZC
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
PZ Cussons Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-9.02%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-2.16%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-2.33%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
PZ Cussons PLC
PZ Cussons Plc manufactures, distributes, markets, and sells baby, beauty, and hygiene products in Europe, the Americas, the Asia Pacific, and Africa. It offers toiletries, pharmaceuticals, electrical goods, fats and spreads, nutritional products, shampoos, body washes, toothpastes, toothbrushes, skin and hair care, food pouches, cereals, snacks, flavors, and fragrances; beauty soaps, lotions, wipes, creams, shower gels, foam-bursts, bar soaps, deodorants, bath infusions, handwashes, and conditioners; dishwashing liquids, dishwasher tablets, dishwasher gels, dishwasher capsules, rinse aids, liquid detergents, laundry soaps, and laundry solutions; and cooking and vegetable oils. The company also provides refrigerators, freezers and air conditioners, washing machines, microwaves, table and standing cookers, generators, stabilizers, TVs, DVDs, and home theatres. It sells its products under the Cussons Kids, Rafferty's Garden, Cussons Baby, St.Tropez, Sanctuary Spa, Fudge Professional, Charles Worthington, Fudge Urban, Venus for You, Carex, Imperial Leather, Original Source, Premier Cool, Joy, Premier Cool, Haier Thermocool, Morning Fresh, Bayley's of Bond Street, Canoe, Zip, Robb, Radiant, Mamador, and Devon King's brand names. The company was formerly known as Paterson Zochonis Plc and changed its name to PZ Cussons Plc in 2002. PZ Cussons Plc was incorporated in 1884 and is headquartered in Manchester, the United Kingdom.
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