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J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC (GB:SMJ)
LSE:SMJ
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J Smart & Co (Contractors) (SMJ) Price & Analysis

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SMJ Stock Chart & Stats

112.50 p
1.90 p(1.69%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
112.50 p
1.90 p(1.69%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Revenue GrowthSustained double-digit revenue growth indicates expanding market traction and demand for the company’s services. Over a 2–6 month horizon this trend supports recurring contract wins, scale benefits and stronger top-line visibility, enabling reinvestment into backlog and capacity.
Margin StrengthA strong net margin and improving gross margin point to durable cost control and pricing power. These margins provide a buffer through project cycles, underpin free cash potential over time and support sustainable profitability even if revenues moderate.
Low LeverageVery low financial leverage and a strong equity base give the company long-term financial flexibility. This capital structure reduces solvency risk, supports investment or dividends, and allows weathering of sector cyclicality without urgent refinancing needs.
Bears Say
Weak Cash GenerationSeverely declining free cash flow and low operating cash conversion indicate a structural cash generation problem. Over months this can constrain capex, working capital funding and strategic investment, forcing reliance on external financing or reducing shareholder distributions.
Negative EBIT MarginA negative EBIT margin signals core operating inefficiencies or elevated operating costs relative to revenue. If persistent, this undermines sustainable operating profitability and suggests net income may be supported by non-operating items, risking earnings quality over time.
Low Return On EquityA modest ROE implies limited effectiveness in converting shareholder capital into profits. Over the medium term this can reflect underutilized assets or conservative capital deployment, reducing long-run shareholder value creation versus peers unless operational returns improve.

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SMJ FAQ

What was J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC lowest share price was 106.00 p and its highest was 140.00 p in the past 12 months.
    What is J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC’s market cap?
    J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC’s market cap is £43.55M.
      When is J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
      J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 13, 2026 which is in 103 days.
        How were J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC’s earnings last quarter?
        J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC released its earnings results on Apr 14, 2026. The company reported 0.002 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by 0.002 p.
          Is J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC pay dividends?
            J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC pays a Semiannually dividend of 0.96 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.89%. See more information on J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC dividends here
              What is J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC’s EPS estimate?
              J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC have?
              J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC has 38,707,930 shares outstanding.
                What happened to J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC reported an EPS of 0.002 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 J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:SMJ
                  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

                    J Smart & Co (Contractors) Stock Smart Score

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                    Technicals

                    SMA
                    Positive
                    20 days / 200 days
                    Momentum
                    4.73%
                    12-Months-Change

                    Fundamentals

                    Return on Equity
                    2.89%
                    Trailing 12-Months
                    Asset Growth
                    0.85%
                    Trailing 12-Months

                    Company Description

                    J Smart & Co (Contractors) PLC

                    J. Smart & Co. (Contractors) PLC, operating with its various subsidiaries, is a prominent developer, constructor, and contractor across the United Kingdom. Their extensive portfolio covers a broad spectrum of projects, ranging from essential public works and local authority developments to diverse commercial properties such as shopping centers, offices, factories, and warehouses, alongside private and landlord-managed housing initiatives. Beyond these core activities, the company actively engages in securing building and civil engineering contracts, undertaking the development and sale of residential units, and creating industrial and commercial properties specifically for leasing purposes. They also provide flexible serviced office accommodations and execute smaller to mid-scale building and civil engineering tasks for a varied client base. Furthermore, J. Smart & Co. extends its expertise by offering plumbing support services to fellow construction enterprises. The company has been in operation since its establishment in 1947 and is centrally administered from its headquarters in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

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