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Manchester United Plc (MANU)
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Manchester United (MANU) Price & Analysis

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$15.62
-$0.47(-2.76%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$15.62
-$0.47(-2.76%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Global Brand And Diversified Revenue BaseManchester United’s century-plus heritage and >1bn global followers underpin durable commercial reach across sponsorship, retail, licensing and media. This broad, fan-driven demand lowers single-revenue reliance and supports long-term cash flow resilience versus clubs with narrower commercial footprints.
Very High Gross Margin On Core ActivitiesA 91.6% gross margin implies significant pricing power and low direct costs on merchandising, licensing and certain media products. High gross margins provide structural cushion for profitability if top-line pressure recurs, enabling reinvestment in squad and brand even with revenue variability.
Operational Improvement And Cost DisciplineRecent operating profit and lower costs show management can extract efficiencies and improve operating leverage. Sustained cost discipline stabilizes margins and supports short-to-medium term cash generation while the club pursues sporting improvements that drive future revenue.
Bears Say
High Leverage And Weak Equity BaseA debt-to-equity ratio ~4.07 signals heavy leverage that constrains financial flexibility. Structural interest and amortization obligations limit ability to fund transfers, stadium projects, or absorb revenue shocks, raising refinancing and covenant risk over the medium term.
Material Revenue Declines Recently ReportedA large TTM revenue contraction, driven by lower broadcasting and sponsorship, indicates structural volatility tied to competition performance and partner dynamics. Persistent top-line declines reduce operating leverage and make sustaining commercial investment and squad competitiveness harder long term.
Negative Net Margins And Weak Cash GenerationNegative net margins and negative free cash flow point to a gap between reported results and cash generation. Low operating cash to net income ratio limits capacity to deleverage, reinvest, or fund transfers without raising external capital, a persistent structural constraint for growth strategies.

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MANU FAQ

What was Manchester United Plc’s price range in the past 12 months?
Manchester United Plc lowest stock price was $12.05 and its highest was $19.65 in the past 12 months.
    What is Manchester United Plc’s market cap?
    Manchester United Plc’s market cap is $3.06B.
      When is Manchester United Plc’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Manchester United Plc’s upcoming earnings report date is May 21, 2026 which is in 83 days.
        How were Manchester United Plc’s earnings last quarter?
        Manchester United Plc released its earnings results on Feb 25, 2026. The company reported $0.033 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.06 by -$0.027.
          Is Manchester United Plc overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Manchester United Plc’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Manchester United Plc pay dividends?
            Manchester United Plc pays a Semiannually dividend of $0.09 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Manchester United Plc dividends here
              What is Manchester United Plc’s EPS estimate?
              Manchester United Plc’s EPS estimate is -0.07.
                How many shares outstanding does Manchester United Plc have?
                Manchester United Plc has 56,080,685 shares outstanding.
                  What happened to Manchester United Plc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                  Manchester United Plc reported an EPS of $0.033 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $0.06. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.087%.
                    Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Manchester United Plc?
                    Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in MANU
                    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

                      Company Description

                      Manchester United Plc

                      Manchester United plc, together with its subsidiaries, owns and operates a professional sports team in the United Kingdom. The company operates Manchester United Football Club, a professional football club. It develops marketing and sponsorship relationships with international and regional companies to leverage its brand. The company also markets and sells sports apparel, training and leisure wear, and other clothing featuring the Manchester United brand; and sells other licensed products, such as coffee mugs and bed spreads featuring the Manchester United brand and trademarks, as well as distributes these products through Manchester United branded retail centers and e-commerce platforms, and through the company's partners' wholesale distribution channels. In addition, it distributes live football content directly, as well as through commercial partners; broadcasts television rights relating to the Premier League, Union of European Football Associations club competitions, and other competitions; and delivers Manchester United programming through MUTV television channel to territories worldwide. Further, the company offers a direct to consumer subscription mobile application; and operates Old Trafford, a sports venue with 74,239 seats, as well as invests in properties. Manchester United plc was founded in 1878 and is based in Manchester, the United Kingdom.

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