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Close Brothers Group Plc(LSE) CBG

Market Cap£628.69MMarket 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)+1,161%
5 Year-72%
1 Year-1%
1 Month-4%
£4.26
+1.33%
+0.06Today
Close Brothers Group Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 427.002026-07-27
Close Brothers Group Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+3.29%GBX 413.402026-07-20
1 month-4%GBX 444.802026-06-26
3 month-4.04%GBX 445.002026-04-28
Year to date-18.28%GBX 522.502025-12-31
1 year-1.07%GBX 431.602025-07-25
3 year-53.49%GBX 918.002023-07-28
5 year-72.33%GBX 1,543.002021-07-28
Since inception+1,161.37%GBX 0.331992-01-02

Close Brothers Group Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£628.69MMarket 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)

£1.84B

Net Income (TTM)

-£121.80M

EPS (TTM)

-£0.35

P/E Ratio

-11.94

Dividend

£0.00

Beta (Volatility)

-0.03 (Low)

Price

£4.26

Volume

782,132

Open

£4.28

Previous Close

£4.26

Daily Range

£4.26 - £4.35

52-Week Range

£3.18 - £5.64

Estimated Earnings Date

Sep 29, 2026

CBG News

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About Close Brothers Group Plc

Close Brothers Group plc is a long-established UK-based merchant bank that provides a comprehensive range of financial solutions to individuals and small enterprises across the United Kingdom. The company operates through five core divisions: Commercial, Retail, Property, Asset Management, and Securities.

Products and Services
  • Offers diverse savings products, including personal and business deposit accounts
  • Provides extensive lending solutions, such as asset finance and short-term bridging loans
  • Facilitates investment management and financial education services for self-directed investors
Growth Outlook
  • Recent quarterly revenue reached £358 million, indicating strong market demand
  • Operating income improved to £94 million in the latest quarter, showcasing operational efficiency
  • Cash and cash equivalents stood at £1.39 billion, providing a solid liquidity position
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) revenue of £1.43 billion reflects consistent performance
  • Net income for the latest quarter was £68.8 million, demonstrating profitability
  • Current ratio of 2.77 indicates strong short-term financial health
Close Brothers Group plc has a rich history dating back to 1878 and is headquartered in London. The company is dedicated to delivering tailored financial solutions, which include a wide array of lending products and investment services. The recent financial performance highlights a robust revenue stream and a solid liquidity position, positioning the company well for future growth. The diverse product offerings and strategic focus on small enterprises and individuals create a unique market niche, making Close Brothers an intriguing option for potential investors.
AI Generated • Jul 19, 2026

Industry

Banks

Employees

3,000

CEO

Mike Morgan

Headquarters

London, GL EC2A 4FT, GB

CBG Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

57.32%

Operating Margin

-2.32%

Net Income Margin

-4.66%

Return on Equity

-2.03%

Return on Capital

3.07%

Return on Assets

-0.25%

Earnings Yield

-8.38%

Dividend Yield

0.00%

Payout Ratio

-36.39%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£628.69MMarket 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

149.40M

Volume

782.13K

Avg. Volume

459.20K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£1.58B

Operating Income

£135.00M

EBITDA

£174.70M

Operating Cash Flow

£719.50M

Capital Expenditure

-£13.40M

Free Cash Flow

£706.10M

Cash & ST Invst.

£1.39B

Total Debt

£2.37B

Close Brothers Group Plc Performance Analysis

Close Brothers Group Plc annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-07-31GBP 1,137,200,000-1.8%
20232023-07-31GBP 1,333,200,00017.2%
20242024-07-31GBP 1,339,200,0000.5%
20252025-07-31GBP 1,322,300,000-1.3%
Close Brothers Group Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-07-31-2.4%
Q22025-01-3158.6%
Q42025-07-31-59.1%
Q22026-01-3120.6%
Close Brothers Group Plc annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-07-31GBP 1.10-17.7%
20232023-07-31GBP 0.54-50.7%
20242024-07-31GBP 0.609.8%
20252025-07-31GBP -0.67N/A
Close Brothers Group Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-07-31-54.3%
Q22025-01-31-490.5%
Q42025-07-31118.3%
Q22026-01-31-433.3%

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

£358.00M

-23.7%

Gross Profit

£78.50M

-90.1%

Gross Margin

21.93%

N/A

Market Cap

£628.69MMarket 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

£209.56K

N/A

Employees

3,000

N/A

Net Income

-£64.40M

-193.6%

EBITDA

-£38.70M

-129.9%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

£1.39B

-26.5%

Total Debt

£2.37B

-16.5%

Accounts Receivable

£50.20M

N/A

Inventory

£0.00

N/A

Long Term Debt

£1.87B

-14.4%

Short Term Debt

£500.60M

-23.7%

Return on Assets

-0.25%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

-0.13%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

£141.40M

+115.1%

Operating Cash Flow

£143.70M

+115.5%

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Questions About CBG

What is the current price of Close Brothers Group Plc?

Close Brothers Group Plc is trading at £4.26 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Close Brothers Group Plc?

Over the past 52 weeks, Close Brothers Group Plc has traded between £3.18 and £5.64.

How much debt does Close Brothers Group Plc have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Close Brothers Group Plc reported total debt of £2.51B.

How much cash does Close Brothers Group Plc have on hand?

Close Brothers Group Plc does not have cash on hand data available.

What is Close Brothers Group Plc’s dividend yield?

Close Brothers Group Plc does not currently have a dividend yield.

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