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Babcock International Group Plc(LSE) BAB

Market Cap£5.54BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (1992)+1,013%
5 Year+347%
1 Year+10%
1 Month+14%
£11.45
+1.73%
+0.20Today
Babcock International Group Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 1,144.002026-07-31
Babcock International Group Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+2.05%GBX 1,121.002026-07-24
1 month+14.29%GBX 1,001.002026-07-01
3 month+4%GBX 1,100.002026-05-01
Year to date-7.96%GBX 1,243.002025-12-31
1 year+10.11%GBX 1,039.002025-07-31
3 year+208.19%GBX 371.202023-08-01
5 year+347.05%GBX 255.902021-07-30
Since inception+1,012.82%GBX 1.011992-01-01

Babcock International Group Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£5.54BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

£10.01B

Net Income (TTM)

£458.30M

EPS (TTM)

£0.41

P/E Ratio

26.71

Dividend

£0.07

Beta (Volatility)

-0.03 (Low)

Price

£11.45

Volume

26,962

Open

£11.34

Previous Close

£11.26

Daily Range

£11.28 - £11.49

52-Week Range

£9.02 - £15.27

Estimated Earnings Date

Jun 22, 2026

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About Babcock International Group Plc

Babcock International Group PLC is a leading provider of specialized services in the aerospace, defense, and security sectors. The company operates globally, with a strong presence in the UK, Europe, Africa, North America, and Australasia, and is structured into four key divisions: Marine, Nuclear, Land, and Aviation.

Products and Services
  • Comprehensive lifecycle support for utility and process equipment
  • Specialized defense and maritime training services
  • Asset management solutions for various sectors
Growth Outlook
  • Recent revenue of £2.64 billion indicates strong market demand
  • Operating income margin improved to 2.68% in Q4 2026
  • Positive cash flow trends support ongoing investment in capabilities
Financial Highlights
  • Net income of £41.9 million reported for Q4 2026
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) return on equity at 31.57%
  • Dividend yield of 0.63% reflects commitment to shareholder returns
Babcock International Group PLC has established itself as a vital player in the engineering and construction industry, particularly in defense and security. The company's diverse portfolio allows it to cater to a wide range of clients, from military to civil sectors, ensuring a steady stream of revenue. Recent financial performance highlights a robust revenue generation capability, with a notable increase in operating income margin, suggesting effective cost management and operational efficiency. The positive cash flow trends further enhance the company's ability to invest in future growth opportunities, making it an attractive option for potential investors.
AI Generated • Jul 21, 2026

Industry

Aerospace and Defense

Sector

Industrials

Employees

30,398

CEO

David C. Lockwood

Website

www.babcock.co.uk

Headquarters

London, GL W1U 1QX, GB

BAB Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

5.89%

Operating Margin

5.89%

Net Income Margin

4.08%

Return on Equity

31.57%

Return on Capital

17.82%

Return on Assets

5.37%

Earnings Yield

3.74%

Dividend Yield

0.62%

Payout Ratio

16.43%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£5.54BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

491.82M

Volume

26.96K

Avg. Volume

2.93M

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£667.50M

Operating Income

£667.50M

EBITDA

£932.20M

Operating Cash Flow

£722.70M

Capital Expenditure

-£255.60M

Free Cash Flow

£467.10M

Cash & ST Invst.

£739.90M

Total Debt

£1.10B

Babcock International Group Plc Performance Analysis

Babcock International Group Plc annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20232023-03-31GBP 4,436,900,0008.3%
20242024-03-31GBP 4,390,100,000-1.1%
20252025-03-31GBP 4,831,300,00010.0%
20262026-03-31GBP 5,177,700,0007.2%
Babcock International Group Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22024-09-308.8%
Q42025-03-310.6%
Q22025-09-304.8%
Q42026-03-314.0%
Babcock International Group Plc annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20232023-03-31GBP -0.07N/A
20242024-03-31GBP 0.32N/A
20252025-03-31GBP 0.4849.4%
20262026-03-31GBP 0.41-14.0%
Babcock International Group Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22024-09-30108.3%
Q42025-03-31-8.0%
Q22025-09-3043.5%
Q42026-03-31-74.9%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q4 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

£2.64B

+19.2%

Gross Profit

£70.80M

-31.3%

Gross Margin

2.68%

N/A

Market Cap

£5.54BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

£195.30K

N/A

Employees

28,343

N/A

Net Income

£41.90M

-33.7%

EBITDA

£140.80M

-17.2%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q4 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

£739.90M

+28.7%

Total Debt

£1.10B

+10.0%

Accounts Receivable

£805.20M

+30.6%

Inventory

£206.90M

+10.4%

Long Term Debt

£729.10M

-21.9%

Short Term Debt

£369.10M

+467.8%

Return on Assets

5.37%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

19.25%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

£119.30M

+3.2%

Operating Cash Flow

£204.60M

+15.0%

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Questions About BAB

What is the current price of Babcock International Group Plc?

Babcock International Group Plc is trading at £11.45 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Babcock International Group Plc?

Over the past 52 weeks, Babcock International Group Plc has traded between £9.02 and £15.27.

How much debt does Babcock International Group Plc have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Babcock International Group Plc reported total debt of £1.10B.

How much cash does Babcock International Group Plc have on hand?

Babcock International Group Plc reported £182.60M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Babcock International Group Plc’s dividend yield?

Babcock International Group Plc currently has a dividend yield of 0.62%.

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