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Yu Group PLC (GB:YU)
LSE:YU
UK Market
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Yu Group PLC (YU) Price & Analysis

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YU Stock Chart & Stats

1785.00 p
4.00 p(0.22%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
1785.00 p
4.00 p(0.22%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Revenue Growth & Sustained ProfitabilityConsistent multi-year revenue growth and the shift to sustained profitability in 2024–2025 show the SME energy supply model scaling profitably. That durability supports reinvestment in operations, steadier earnings streams, and less reliance on short-term margin windfalls over the medium term.
Conservative Balance Sheet / Low LeverageA conservatively financed balance sheet with very low debt-to-equity provides material financial flexibility. Low leverage reduces insolvency risk, supports stronger credit standing for hedging/working-capital needs, and enables funding of growth or small acquisitions without stressing cash flows.
Solid Cash Generation ProfileFree cash flow that closely tracks net income and remains positive in most years signals persistent cash generation capacity. This underpins dividend funding, working-capital for wholesale procurement, and resilience to episodic stress without immediate need for external financing.
Bears Say
Margin Compression Since 2023Sustained margin compression since the 2023 peak indicates a tougher pricing or cost environment. Persistently lower margins reduce the buffer against wholesale cost shocks, constrain reinvestment capacity, and make profitability more sensitive to competitive pricing in the non-household market.
Cash-flow Volatility & Weaker ConversionNoticeable operating and free cash-flow volatility, including weaker cash conversion in 2025, points to working-capital and timing swings. Persistent volatility can force higher financing reliance, constrain hedging or procurement strategies, and raise borrowing costs in stress periods.
Rising Leverage Trend (watch Item)Although absolute leverage remains low, the upward trend from historically minimal levels reduces the company's margin of safety. If the trend continues it could limit strategic flexibility, increase interest exposure, and weaken the balance-sheet cushion against wholesale energy volatility.

YU FAQ

What was Yu Group PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Yu Group PLC lowest share price was 1430.00 p and its highest was 1960.00 p in the past 12 months.
    What is Yu Group PLC’s market cap?
    Yu Group PLC’s market cap is £315.46M.
      When is Yu Group PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Yu Group PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 22, 2026 which is in 46 days.
        How were Yu Group PLC’s earnings last quarter?
        Yu Group PLC released its earnings results on Mar 17, 2026. The company reported 1.154 p earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by N/A.
          Is Yu Group PLC overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Yu Group PLC’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Yu Group PLC pay dividends?
            Yu Group PLC pays a Semiannually dividend of 45 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.68%. See more information on Yu Group PLC dividends here
              What is Yu Group PLC’s EPS estimate?
              Yu Group PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Yu Group PLC have?
              Yu Group PLC has 17,332,968 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Yu Group PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Yu Group PLC reported an EPS of 1.154 p in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -3.652%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Yu Group PLC?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:YU
                  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

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                    Company Description

                    Yu Group PLC

                    Yü Group PLC, through its various subsidiary companies, functions as a principal supplier of energy and utility services across the United Kingdom. The firm's operations are divided into three core divisions: Retail, Smart, and Metering Assets. It provides critical utilities, including electricity, natural gas, and water. Beyond basic supply, Yü Group extends its services to include engineering and maintenance for smart and other metering infrastructure, as well as the ownership and leasing of smart metering assets. The company's offerings further encompass property holdings, electric vehicle charging facilities, gas transportation services, and environmentally conscious options like green electricity and carbon-neutral gas. Its customer base is diverse, ranging from micro, small, and medium-sized businesses (MSMEs) to larger industrial and commercial enterprises, alongside third-party intermediaries and other collaborators. Established in 2016, the company was initially incorporated as Yoda Newco 1 Limited before adopting the name Yü Group PLC in February of the same year, and it is headquartered in Nottingham, UK.

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