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Unite Group plc
(LSE:UTG)
Unite Group plc (UTG) vs. iShares MSCI United Kingdom ETF (EWC)
Unite Group plc Business Overview & Revenue Model
Unite Group plc Financial Statement Overview
| Breakdown | TTM | Dec 2024 | Dec 2023 | Dec 2022 | Dec 2021 | Dec 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Income Statement | ||||||
| Total Revenue | 322.10M | 299.30M | 276.10M | 259.30M | 266.90M | 215.60M |
| Gross Profit | 95.90M | 212.90M | 199.30M | 181.20M | 194.70M | 153.00M |
| EBITDA | 169.20M | 482.00M | 146.80M | 401.40M | 182.10M | 128.50M |
| Net Income | 346.30M | 441.90M | 102.50M | 350.50M | 342.40M | -121.00M |
Balance Sheet | ||||||
| Total Assets | 6.43B | 6.42B | 5.47B | 5.40B | 5.05B | 5.23B |
| Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | 83.30M | 273.20M | 37.50M | 38.00M | 109.40M | 338.30M |
| Total Debt | 1.35B | 1.35B | 1.17B | 1.36B | 1.26B | 1.79B |
| Total Liabilities | 1.55B | 1.61B | 1.38B | 1.58B | 1.50B | 1.97B |
| Stockholders Equity | 4.88B | 4.81B | 4.07B | 3.79B | 3.53B | 3.23B |
Cash Flow | ||||||
| Free Cash Flow | 128.30M | -59.10M | 15.20M | 145.60M | 156.90M | 26.00M |
| Operating Cash Flow | 131.70M | 216.40M | 153.20M | 155.30M | 160.50M | 29.40M |
| Investing Cash Flow | -550.10M | -428.00M | -109.40M | -236.70M | 207.80M | -159.40M |
| Financing Cash Flow | -86.30M | 448.40M | -44.30M | 10.00M | -597.20M | 381.40M |
Unite Group plc Technical Analysis
Unite Group plc Peers Comparison
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
80 Outperform | £4.62B | 13.23 | 7.22% | 6.67% | 43.70% | 40.28% | |
75 Outperform | £4.13B | 11.75 | 6.14% | 5.85% | -20.83% | ― | |
73 Outperform | £4.78B | 19.22 | 3.85% | 6.34% | 10.69% | 135.58% | |
72 Outperform | £2.81B | 8.11 | 7.57% | 5.71% | 12.77% | 14.86% | |
72 Outperform | £391.29M | 7.51 | 11.71% | 7.17% | 1.60% | 211.81% | |
71 Outperform | £170.73M | 13.38 | 7.37% | 7.43% | -10.95% | -30.09% | |
65 Neutral | $2.17B | 12.19 | 3.79% | 4.94% | 3.15% | 1.96% |
Unite Group plc Corporate Events
Unite Group plc has launched a share buyback programme of up to £100 million, returning surplus capital to investors in a move that underlines the board’s confidence in the company’s long-term prospects and balance sheet strength. Funded initially from capital released by deferred development activity and aligned with an ongoing target disposal programme of £300–400 million per year, the buyback will reduce the company’s issued share capital through the cancellation of repurchased shares and may support earnings per share and capital efficiency. The programme, to be executed in two stages by Deutsche Bank and J.P. Morgan under non-discretionary arrangements, begins on 9 January 2026 and will run until completion or 30 June 2026, with purchases conducted in the open market under existing shareholder authority and in compliance with UK regulatory requirements.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:UTG) stock is a Buy with a £9.06 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Unite Group plc stock, see the GB:UTG Stock Forecast page.
Unite Group has reaffirmed its 2025 earnings guidance and reported steady trading, with 64% of rooms already reserved for the 2026/27 academic year and targets for 93–96% occupancy and 2–3% rental growth, despite a slower start to the lettings cycle as universities delay renewing nomination agreements. The company is shifting capital away from less attractive development projects to fund a £100m share buyback, has scrapped its TP Paddington scheme and deferred a Bristol project, and is pushing ahead with major university joint ventures in Newcastle and Manchester and the Hawthorne House scheme in Stratford, while expecting an exceptional £10m planning write-off. Q4 saw modest like-for-like valuation declines in its USAF and LSAV funds, though both delivered small full-year capital growth, and Unite is tightening costs through head office restructuring and anticipated synergies from its pending Empiric Student Property acquisition, underpinning its strategy to enhance returns and resume earnings growth from 2027.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:UTG) stock is a Buy with a £9.06 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Unite Group plc stock, see the GB:UTG Stock Forecast page.
Unite Group plc has reported that, as of 31 December 2025, its issued share capital comprises 490,043,571 ordinary shares, all of which carry voting rights, with no shares held in treasury. This updated share capital figure serves as the reference denominator for investors assessing whether they must disclose holdings or changes in their interests under the UK Financial Conduct Authority’s Disclosure and Transparency Rules, providing clarity and transparency around the company’s equity base for regulatory and shareholder reporting purposes.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:UTG) stock is a Buy with a £588.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Unite Group plc stock, see the GB:UTG Stock Forecast page.
Unite Students and Newcastle University have finalised a joint venture to develop a 2,009-bed student village at Castle Leazes, replacing the university’s demolished 1960s-era housing and expanding Unite’s on-campus pipeline to 4,300 beds. With funding complete and regulatory approvals secured, construction has begun, with phased openings scheduled for the 2028/29 and 2029/30 academic years; Unite will act as developer, asset manager and operator with a 51% stake, while the university holds 49% via a 150-year lease of the site. The project is positioned as a strategic investment that enhances student experience, supports the university’s income, alleviates local housing pressure and reinforces Unite’s long-term partnership model with leading universities, including a multi-year nominations agreement for 1,600 existing beds in Newcastle during the development phase.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:UTG) stock is a Buy with a £588.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Unite Group plc stock, see the GB:UTG Stock Forecast page.
Unite Group plc announced recent share purchases by its Chief Executive Officer, Joe Lister, and Chief Financial Officer, Michael Burt. Both executives acquired 10,000 ordinary shares each, with transactions conducted on the London Stock Exchange. This move demonstrates confidence in the company’s future prospects and could positively influence stakeholder perceptions.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:UTG) stock is a Buy with a £588.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Unite Group plc stock, see the GB:UTG Stock Forecast page.
Unite Group plc has announced that as of December 1, 2025, its total share capital consists of 490,043,571 ordinary shares with voting rights, with no shares held in treasury. This figure is crucial for shareholders to determine their notification obligations under the FCA’s Disclosure and Transparency Rules, impacting how they manage their investments in the company.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:UTG) stock is a Hold with a £578.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Unite Group plc stock, see the GB:UTG Stock Forecast page.
Unite Group PLC announced its strategic priorities and financial guidance for 2026 at an investor event. The company plans to increase its portfolio’s focus on high-tariff universities, aiming to boost its weighting from 64% to 80%. It will accelerate disposals to reallocate capital towards university partnerships and share buybacks. Despite challenges in some cities, Unite expects a reduction in adjusted EPS by 7-10% in 2026 due to lower occupancy and rising finance costs, but remains optimistic about growth prospects from 2027.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:UTG) stock is a Hold with a £590.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Unite Group plc stock, see the GB:UTG Stock Forecast page.
Unite Group PLC announced its strategic focus on aligning its portfolio more closely with the UK’s strongest universities, aiming to increase its high-tariff weighting from 64% to 80%. The company plans to accelerate disposals to fund university partnerships and share buybacks, while targeting occupancy rates of 93-96% and rental growth of 2-3% for the 2026/27 academic year. Despite expected challenges in 2026 due to lower occupancy and rising finance costs, Unite remains confident in its long-term growth prospects, supported by strategic capital recycling and operational efficiencies.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:UTG) stock is a Hold with a £590.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Unite Group plc stock, see the GB:UTG Stock Forecast page.
Unite Group plc announced a director dealing involving Dame Shirley Pearce, a Non-Executive Director, who participated in a dividend reinvestment plan. The transaction involved the reinvestment of the 2025 interim dividend into 72 ordinary shares at a price of 562.8 pence per share, totaling £405.22, conducted on the London Stock Exchange. This move reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to shareholder value and may indicate confidence in the company’s financial health and future prospects.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:UTG) stock is a Hold with a £590.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Unite Group plc stock, see the GB:UTG Stock Forecast page.
Unite Group plc announced a director dealing involving Richard Huntingford, the Chair, who participated in a scrip dividend reinvestment. The transaction involved the acquisition of ordinary shares at varying prices, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflecting the company’s ongoing commitment to shareholder value through dividend reinvestment strategies.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:UTG) stock is a Hold with a £590.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Unite Group plc stock, see the GB:UTG Stock Forecast page.
Unite Group PLC has announced its strategic acquisition of Empiric Student Property plc, with plans to integrate and improve occupancy across Empiric’s portfolio. The company anticipates achieving annual cost synergies of at least £13.7 million, leveraging its operational platform and university relationships. The acquisition has been approved by Empiric shareholders and is currently under review by the Competition and Markets Authority, with completion expected by the second quarter of 2026. Unite remains confident in delivering earnings and dividend accretion from this acquisition, drawing on its successful integration of Liberty Living in 2019.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:UTG) stock is a Hold with a £613.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Unite Group plc stock, see the GB:UTG Stock Forecast page.
Unite Group plc has disclosed its total share capital and voting rights as of October 31, 2025, in compliance with the Disclosure and Transparency Rules. The company reports a total of 490,043,571 ordinary shares with voting rights, which serves as a reference for shareholders to determine their notification obligations under the FCA’s rules.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:UTG) stock is a Hold with a £613.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Unite Group plc stock, see the GB:UTG Stock Forecast page.
Unite Group plc announced the results of its 2025 interim dividend scrip scheme, with elections received for 50,485,651 shares, representing a 10.31% uptake of the company’s share capital. This will lead to the issuance of 602,016 new ordinary shares, which will be listed on the London Stock Exchange on 31 October 2025, increasing the total number of shares to 490,043,571.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:UTG) stock is a Buy with a £960.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Unite Group plc stock, see the GB:UTG Stock Forecast page.