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Watkin Jones PLC (GB:WJG)
LSE:WJG
WJG Stock Chart & Stats
27.85 p
0.30 p(1.52%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
27.85 p
0.30 p(1.52%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range23.14 p - 40.96 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume72.41K
Average Volume (3M)703.71K
Market Cap
£72.63M
Enterprise Value35.80M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£80.40M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£43.56M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta1.90
Next Earnings
May 26, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)N/A
Shares Outstanding256,653,100
10 Day Avg. Volume513,156
30 Day Avg. Volume703,712
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.02
Price to Book (P/B)0.70
Price to Sales (P/S)0.31
P/FCF Ratio-6.13
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)0.02
Revenue Forecast (FY)£312.39M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Specialist PBSA And Residential FocusA clear strategic focus on PBSA and residential development provides structural demand from student populations and housing shortages. This specialization supports predictable project pipelines, operational expertise, and long-term asset relevance, improving resilience across property cycles.
Partnerships With Universities And Institutional InvestorsLong-term partnerships and institutional relationships enhance forward visibility and reduce project sales risk via pre-lets or forward funding. These tie-ups can secure development pipelines, improve capital access, and stabilize revenue recognition over multiple years.
Improved Leverage And Stable Equity RatioSlight leverage improvement and a stable equity ratio reduce refinancing pressure and provide balance-sheet flexibility. This structural stabilisation lowers near-term liquidity risk and creates capacity to support selected projects or withstand market stress over the coming months.
Bears Say
Declining Revenue And Negative ProfitabilitySustained revenue decline and operating losses undermine core earnings power and project economics. Persisting top-line contraction reduces scale benefits, weakens margin recovery prospects, and constrains reinvestment capacity, risking longer-term viability if trends persist.
Negative Operating And Free Cash FlowContinued negative operating and free cash flows indicate inability to self-fund development or service obligations. Structural cash-generation weakness increases reliance on external financing, raises refinancing and liquidity risk, and can force asset sales or scaled-back development activity.
Negative Return On EquityA negative ROE signals persistent failure to deliver shareholder returns from deployed capital. Over time this erodes investor confidence, hampers equity fundraising, and may constrain strategic investments or growth initiatives vital to restoring profitability and competitiveness.
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WJG FAQ
What was Watkin Jones PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Watkin Jones PLC lowest share price was 23.14 p and its highest was 40.95 p in the past 12 months.
What is Watkin Jones PLC’s market cap?
Watkin Jones PLC’s market cap is £72.63M.
When is Watkin Jones PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Watkin Jones PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is May 26, 2026 which is in 68 days.
How were Watkin Jones PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Currently, no data Available
Is Watkin Jones PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Watkin Jones PLC’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Watkin Jones PLC pay dividends?
Watkin Jones PLC pays a Notavailable dividend of 1.4 p which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Watkin Jones PLC dividends here
What is Watkin Jones PLC’s EPS estimate?
Watkin Jones PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Watkin Jones PLC have?
Watkin Jones PLC has 256,653,100 shares outstanding.
What happened to Watkin Jones PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Currently, no data Available
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Watkin Jones PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:WJG
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
Watkin Jones Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
12.59%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-6.53%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-5.86%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Watkin Jones PLC
Watkin Jones (WJG) is a leading UK-based property development and construction company, primarily focused on the purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) and residential sectors. Established in 1791, the company specializes in the design, development, and management of high-quality residential properties, including student housing and private residential developments. With a strong commitment to sustainability and community engagement, Watkin Jones aims to provide innovative living solutions that meet the evolving needs of the market.
Technical Analysis
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