J Sainsbury plc (GB:SBRY)
LSE:SBRY
SBRY Stock Chart & Stats
346.80 p
-9.80 p(-3.60%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
346.80 p
-9.80 p(-3.60%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range223.40 p - 370.73 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.76M
Average Volume (3M)6.05M
Market Cap
£7.75B
Enterprise Value12.98B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£1.47B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£6.54B
Price to Earnings (P/E)11.6
Beta0.80
Next Earnings
Apr 23, 2026EPS Estimate
0.12Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield4.02%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.08
Shares Outstanding2,274,187,500
10 Day Avg. Volume7,012,525
30 Day Avg. Volume6,047,660
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.16
Price to Book (P/B)0.91
Price to Sales (P/S)0.18
P/FCF Ratio2.90
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£354.38Price Target Upside2.19% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering8
EPS Forecast (FY)0.25
Revenue Forecast (FY)£34.82B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Volume & Market Share GrowthConsistent volume and market share gains provide structural revenue resilience and improved unit economics. Higher volumes strengthen purchasing leverage with suppliers, increase basket and footfall economics across stores and fulfilment, and deliver durable operating leverage that supports sustainable earnings over the medium term.
Strong Cash GenerationRobust free cash flow and strong operating cash conversion give the group durable financial flexibility. Reliable cash generation funds dividends, buybacks, debt reduction and reinvestment in omnichannel capabilities without excessive external financing, supporting long-term capital allocation and shareholder returns.
Cost Savings & Loyalty/retail MediaMaterial efficiency programmes reduce structural cost base and protect margins against inflation and competitive pricing. Combined with Nectar360/retail media opportunities, these initiatives improve margin durability and create recurring commercial and data-monetisation revenue streams beyond transactional retail sales.
Bears Say
Regulatory Cost HeadwindsPolicy-driven charges such as higher employer National Insurance and EPR add recurring cost pressure to the wage and operations base. These structural regulatory costs reduce profit leverage, forcing either sustained savings, price increases, or margin compression if passed on only partially to customers.
Modest Profitability & Rising LeverageWhile revenue grows, net profit margins remain modest and balance-sheet leverage has ticked up, limiting financial flexibility. Thin margins constrain the ability to self-fund strategic investment and increase vulnerability to cost shocks or prolonged competitive price pressure without eroding returns.
Argos Exposure To Discretionary DemandArgos depends on discretionary general merchandise where consumer spending is cyclical. Persistently cautious discretionary demand and the need for ongoing digital and operational investment reduce segment margin resilience and can require continuous capex to maintain competitiveness, weighing on consolidated returns.
J Sainsbury plc News
SBRY FAQ
What was J Sainsbury plc’s price range in the past 12 months?
J Sainsbury plc lowest share price was 223.40 p and its highest was 370.73 p in the past 12 months.
What is J Sainsbury plc’s market cap?
J Sainsbury plc’s market cap is £7.75B.
When is J Sainsbury plc’s upcoming earnings report date?
J Sainsbury plc’s upcoming earnings report date is Apr 23, 2026 which is in 19 days.
How were J Sainsbury plc’s earnings last quarter?
J Sainsbury plc released its earnings results on Nov 06, 2025. The company reported 0.079 p earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of 0.101 p by -0.022 p.
Is J Sainsbury plc overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts J Sainsbury plc’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does J Sainsbury plc pay dividends?
J Sainsbury plc pays a Notavailable dividend of 15.1 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.02%. See more information on J Sainsbury plc dividends here
What is J Sainsbury plc’s EPS estimate?
J Sainsbury plc’s EPS estimate is 0.12.
How many shares outstanding does J Sainsbury plc have?
J Sainsbury plc has 2,274,187,500 shares outstanding.
What happened to J Sainsbury plc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
J Sainsbury plc reported an EPS of 0.079 p in its last earnings report, missing expectations of 0.101 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 5.516%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of J Sainsbury plc?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:SBRY
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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J Sainsbury plc Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
£354.38 (2.19% Upside)
£354.38 (2.19% Upside)
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth £76.3K 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
27.56%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
5.08%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-20.88%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
J Sainsbury plc
J Sainsbury plc, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the food, general merchandise and clothing retailing, and financial services activities in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland. It operates through three segments: Retail - Food, Retail - General Merchandise and Clothing, and Financial Services. The company operates various store formats, including convenience stores and supermarkets. It is also involved in the online grocery and general merchandise operations. As of March 5, 2022, the company operated 598 supermarkets, 809 convenience stores, 728 Argos stores, and 335 collection points, as well as 3 Habitat stores. In addition, it offers financial services, such as credit cards, scorecards, and personal loans; and home, car, pet, travel, and life insurance products. The company was founded in 1869 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
SBRY Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
354.38 p
▲(2.19% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
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