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MANU Stock Chart & Stats
$15.62
-$0.47(-2.76%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$15.62
-$0.47(-2.76%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$14.59 - $24.22
Previous CloseN/A
Volume65.44K
Average Volume (3M)444.28K
Market Cap
$3.95B
Enterprise Value$3.52B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$60.94M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$755.94M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.66
Next Earnings
Oct 22, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.11
Shares Outstanding56,080,685
10 Day Avg. Volume343,483
30 Day Avg. Volume444,278
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.95
Price to Book (P/B)11.45
Price to Sales (P/S)3.53
P/FCF Ratio79.24
Enterprise Value/Market Cap0.89
Enterprise Value/Revenue5.20
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit20.84
Enterprise Value/Ebitda17.67
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$30.75Price Target Upside96.86% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)0.1
Revenue Forecast (FY)$756.44M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Diversified Global Revenue StreamsManchester United's broad commercial model—sponsorship, merchandising, licensing, broadcasting and matchday—paired with a 1.1bn global fanbase creates durable revenue diversification. This scale supports long-term partner contracts, global merchandising growth, and resilience to swings in any single income stream.
Operating Turnaround & Improved EBITDAA return to operating profit and a 29% rise in adjusted EBITDA reflect structural improvements from cost control and stronger sporting results. Higher adjusted EBITDA and upgraded guidance increase cash generation potential and improve the club's ability to reinvest in the squad and commercial initiatives over the medium term.
Extended Debt Maturities And Terming OutIssuing $550m of longer-dated secured notes and extending bank facilities materially reduces near-term refinancing pressure. Terming out key maturities improves funding visibility and lowers immediate rollover risk, giving management more time to convert operational improvements into sustained cashflow.
Bears Say
High LeverageLeverage at ~4.1x debt-to-equity materially limits financial flexibility and amplifies downside if revenues or results falter. Elevated debt increases interest and covenant sensitivity, constraining capital allocation to player investment, stadium projects or shareholder returns until leverage meaningfully declines.
Negative Free Cash FlowNegative free cash flow after investment indicates the club still relies on financing to fund capital and debt service. Low operating cash coverage heightens dependence on capital markets or refinancing and reduces the buffer to absorb poorer sporting outcomes or unexpected costs over the medium term.
Net Losses Despite Healthy EBITDALarge non-operating costs and finance charges convert strong EBITDA into net losses, limiting retained earnings growth. Persistent net losses weaken balance sheet repair, reduce ability to self-fund strategic investments, and leave performance outcomes and interest costs as key drivers of future profitability.
Manchester United News
MANU FAQ
What was Manchester United Plc’s price range in the past 12 months?
Manchester United Plc lowest stock price was $14.59 and its highest was $24.22 in the past 12 months.
What is Manchester United Plc’s market cap?
Manchester United Plc’s market cap is $3.95B.
When is Manchester United Plc’s upcoming earnings report date?
Manchester United Plc’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 22, 2026 which is in 113 days.
How were Manchester United Plc’s earnings last quarter?
Manchester United Plc released its earnings results on May 27, 2026. The company reported $0.038 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of -$0.056 by $0.094.
Is Manchester United Plc overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Manchester United Plc’s price is currently Undervalued.
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 for its next earnings report is not yet available.
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 $0.038 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of -$0.056. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 12.677%.
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
Manchester United Stock Smart Score
Outperform
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$30.75 (96.86% Upside)
$30.75 (96.86% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
MANU Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 63%
Sector Average 63%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 758.2K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 1.9%
Last 30 Days ▲ 28.1%
Last 30 Days ▲ 28.1%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
27.18%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-9.65%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
2.00%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Manchester United Plc
Manchester United plc, together with its subsidiaries, operates a professional sports team in the United Kingdom. The company is involved in marketing and sponsorship relationships with international and regional companies to commercialize its brand. It also markets and sells sports apparel, training and leisure wear, and other clothing; and other licensed products, such as coffee mugs and home accessories featuring the Manchester United brand and trademarks through Manchester United branded retail centers and e-commerce platforms, and through partners’ wholesale distribution channels. In addition, the company distributes live football content directly, as well as through commercial partners; television rights relating to the Premier League, Union of European Football Associations club competitions, and other competitions, as well as delivers Manchester United programming through the MUTV television channel to territories worldwide. Further, it operates Old Trafford, a sports venue, as well as owns or leases, and invests in properties. The company was formerly known as Manchester United Ltd. changed its name to Manchester United plc in August 2012. Manchester United plc was founded in 1878 and is headquartered in Manchester, the United Kingdom.
MANU Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$30.75
▲(96.86% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Insiders
11.01% Mutual Funds
41.84% Other Institutional Investors
46.35% Public Companies and
Individual Investors