Low Leverage / Strong Equity BaseA very low debt-to-equity ratio and solid equity base provide durable financial flexibility, allowing Worldsec to fund strategic initiatives, absorb shocks, and invest in capability building without immediate refinancing pressure—supporting multi-month resilience and strategic optionality.

Recurring, Diversified Revenue ModelA mix of subscription, licensing and managed services creates recurring, higher-margin revenue streams and reduces revenue volatility. Partnerships with vendors and government clients strengthen market access and sales channels, sustaining predictable cash inflows over the medium term.

Strategic Investments Narrowing Losses; Shareholder SupportNarrowing losses tied to strategic investments and non-operating dividend income indicate deliberate repositioning rather than one-off cuts. AGM approvals signal management-shareholder alignment, supporting continuity of the strategic plan and execution over coming quarters.

Bears Say

Severe Revenue DeclineA dramatic year-over-year revenue collapse undermines scale economics and long-term viability of service offerings. Sustained recovery will require re‑winning clients or new contracts; until structural revenue trends reverse, margin and cash recovery remain uncertain for months ahead.

Negative Operating And Free Cash FlowPersistent negative operating and free cash flow erode liquidity and constrain reinvestment into product development and sales. Over a 2–6 month horizon this raises reliance on external financing or asset sales, limiting ability to execute growth initiatives and maintain service levels.

Profitability And Returns WeaknessDeclining gross margins, a negative net margin and negative ROE point to structural cost or pricing pressures and poor capital efficiency. Without sustained margin recovery, management will struggle to generate returns on invested capital, hindering long-term competitiveness and reinvestment.

Worldsec News

Worldsec Limited Reports Narrowed Loss Amid Strategic Investments

Worldsec ( ($GB:WSL) ) has provided an update. Worldsec Limited reported a narrowed net loss of US$97,000 for...

5M ago

Worldsec Limited Announces Unanimous Approval of AGM Resolutions

An update from Worldsec ( ($GB:WSL) ) is now available. Worldsec Limited, a company that held its Annual...

5M ago

Worldsec Limited Faces Financial Loss Amid Global Economic Uncertainty

Worldsec ( ($GB:WSL) ) has shared an update. Worldsec Limited reported an audited consolidated loss of US$55,000 for...

10M ago

Worldsec Limited Faces H1 Loss Amid Tech Investments

Worldsec (GB:WSL) has released an update. Worldsec Limited reported a net loss of US$146,000 for the first half...

1y ago

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Worldsec Unanimously Passes All AGM Resolutions

Worldsec (GB:WSL) has released an update. Worldsec Limited recently announced that all proposed resolutions were successfully passed during...

1y ago

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Worldsec Limited Sees Profitable Turnaround in 2023

Worldsec Ltd (GB:WSL) has released an update. Worldsec Limited reports a turnaround from a 2022 loss of US$843,000...

2y ago

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WSL FAQ

What was Worldsec Ltd’s price range in the past 12 months?

Worldsec Ltd lowest share price was 0.75p and its highest was 2.50p in the past 12 months.

What is Worldsec Ltd’s market cap?

Worldsec Ltd’s market cap is £1.06M.

When is Worldsec Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date?

Worldsec Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date is Apr 24, 2026 which is in 66 days.

How were Worldsec Ltd’s earnings last quarter?

Worldsec Ltd released its earnings results on Sep 30, 2025. The company reported -0.001p earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -0.001p.

Is Worldsec Ltd overvalued?

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Does Worldsec Ltd pay dividends?

Worldsec Ltd does not currently pay dividends.

What is Worldsec Ltd’s EPS estimate?

Worldsec Ltd’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does Worldsec Ltd have?

Worldsec Ltd has 85,101,875 shares outstanding.

What happened to Worldsec Ltd’s price movement after its last earnings report?

Worldsec Ltd reported an EPS of -0.001p in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.

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Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:WSL

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Company Description

Worldsec Ltd

Worldsec Limited, a closed-ended investment company, invests in small to medium sized trading companies in the Greater China and South East Asian regions. The company was founded in 1991 and is based in Sheung Wan, Hong Kong.