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Bunzl Plc(LSE) BNZL

Market Cap£8.83BMarket 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 (1980)+68,384%
5 Year+9%
1 Year+15%
1 Month+6%
£28.56
+1.21%
+0.34Today
Bunzl Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 2,822.002026-10-23
Bunzl Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-1.05%GBX 2,852.002026-10-16
1 month+6.41%GBX 2,652.002026-09-23
3 month+2.32%GBX 2,758.002026-07-24
Year to date+35.93%GBX 2,076.002025-12-31
1 year+15.37%GBX 2,446.002025-10-23
3 year+0.82%GBX 2,799.002023-10-24
5 year+9.17%GBX 2,585.002021-10-22
Since inception+68,384.14%GBX 0.041980-01-03

Bunzl Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£8.83BMarket 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)

£20.96B

Net Income (TTM)

£972.20M

EPS (TTM)

£1.51

P/E Ratio

18.62

Dividend

£0.74

Beta (Volatility)

0.03 (Low)

Price

£28.56

Volume

267,151

Open

£28.24

Previous Close

£28.22

Daily Range

£27.98 - £28.58

52-Week Range

£19.81 - £28.94

Estimated Earnings Date

Mar 1, 2027

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About Bunzl Plc

Bunzl plc is a London-based international distribution and services provider, established in 1854. The company operates across various global markets, supplying a wide range of products tailored to diverse business sectors.

Products and Services
  • Food packaging and hygiene supplies for grocery and hospitality sectors
  • Workwear and safety equipment for industrial and construction clients
  • Medical equipment and hygiene products for healthcare facilities
Growth Outlook
  • Revenue of £5.93 billion reported in Q2 2026, indicating strong demand
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) net income margin of 4.82%, showcasing profitability
  • Consistent dividend yield of 2.66%, reflecting shareholder returns
Financial Highlights
  • Operating income of £351.2 million in Q2 2026, demonstrating operational efficiency
  • TTM return on equity at 20.61%, indicating effective capital utilization
  • Cash flow from operations of £468.9 million in Q2 2026, supporting financial stability
Bunzl plc has established itself as a key player in the distribution sector, catering to various industries including grocery, hospitality, healthcare, and industrial markets. The company's diverse product offerings and global reach position it well for continued growth. Recent financial performance highlights a robust revenue stream and strong operational efficiency, making it an attractive option for potential investors. The consistent dividend yield further underscores the company's commitment to returning value to shareholders. Overall, Bunzl plc presents a compelling case for those interested in the industrial distribution sector.
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Industry

Trading Companies and Distributors

Sector

Industrials

Employees

26,777

CEO

Frank Andre van Zanten, MBA

Website

www.bunzl.com

Headquarters

London, GL W1H 7JT, GB

BNZL Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

16.75%

Operating Margin

7.96%

Net Income Margin

4.82%

Return on Equity

20.61%

Return on Capital

13.30%

Return on Assets

6.64%

Earnings Yield

5.37%

Dividend Yield

2.63%

Payout Ratio

47.22%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£8.83BMarket 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

312.73M

Volume

267.15K

Avg. Volume

1.24M

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£5.15B

Operating Income

£1.56B

EBITDA

£2.40B

Operating Cash Flow

£1.59B

Capital Expenditure

-£110.60M

Free Cash Flow

£1.48B

Cash & ST Invst.

£598.10M

Total Debt

£2.71B

Bunzl Plc Performance Analysis

Bunzl Plc annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31GBP 12,039,500,00017.1%
20232023-12-31GBP 11,797,100,000-2.0%
20242024-12-31GBP 11,776,400,000-0.2%
20252025-12-31GBP 11,845,400,0000.6%
Bunzl Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-12-316.2%
Q22025-06-30-52.5%
Q42025-12-31111.3%
Q22026-06-30-2.5%
Bunzl Plc annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31GBP 1.416.8%
20232023-12-31GBP 1.5610.9%
20242024-12-31GBP 1.49-4.7%
20252025-12-31GBP 1.41-5.3%
Bunzl Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-12-3152.5%
Q22025-06-30-68.9%
Q42025-12-31303.6%
Q22026-06-30-41.6%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

£5.93B

+3.9%

Gross Profit

£440.60M

-3.3%

Gross Margin

7.43%

N/A

Market Cap

£8.83BMarket 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

£329.58K

N/A

Employees

26,777

N/A

Net Income

£211.30M

+6.3%

EBITDA

£559.20M

-1.7%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

£598.10M

-56.7%

Total Debt

£2.71B

-20.2%

Accounts Receivable

£1.84B

+10.5%

Inventory

£1.74B

+6.3%

Long Term Debt

£2.27B

+35.4%

Short Term Debt

£435.50M

-74.6%

Return on Assets

6.64%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

16.82%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

£442.30M

+6.4%

Operating Cash Flow

£468.90M

+6.4%

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Questions About BNZL

What is the current price of Bunzl Plc?

Bunzl Plc is trading at £28.56 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Bunzl Plc?

Over the past 52 weeks, Bunzl Plc has traded between £19.81 and £28.94.

How much debt does Bunzl Plc have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Bunzl Plc reported total debt of £2.90B.

How much cash does Bunzl Plc have on hand?

Bunzl Plc reported £540.10M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Bunzl Plc’s dividend yield?

Bunzl Plc currently has a dividend yield of 2.63%.

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