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Close Brothers Group Plc(LSE) CBG

Market Cap£574.17MMarket 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)+1,034%
5 Year-74%
1 Year-10%
1 Month-1%
£3.81
-0.81%
-0.03Today
Close Brothers Group Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 384.002026-10-26
Close Brothers Group Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+3.78%GBX 370.002026-10-19
1 month-0.72%GBX 386.802026-09-25
3 month-10.7%GBX 430.002026-07-28
Year to date-26.51%GBX 522.502025-12-31
1 year-10.41%GBX 428.602025-10-24
3 year-50.1%GBX 769.502023-10-27
5 year-73.84%GBX 1,468.002021-10-27
Since inception+1,034.27%GBX 0.331992-01-02

Close Brothers Group Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£574.17MMarket 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)

£2.04B

Net Income (TTM)

-£141.30M

EPS (TTM)

-£0.57

P/E Ratio

-6.70

Dividend

£0.00

Beta (Volatility)

-0.04 (Low)

Price

£3.81

Volume

8,663

Open

£3.82

Previous Close

£3.84

Daily Range

£3.81 - £3.83

52-Week Range

£3.18 - £5.56

Estimated Earnings Date

Mar 16, 2027

CBG News

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About Close Brothers Group Plc

Close Brothers Group plc is a long-established UK-based merchant bank, providing 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
  • Diverse savings products including personal and business deposit accounts
  • Extensive lending portfolio featuring asset finance and bridging loans
  • Specialized offerings for sectors like aviation, marine, and agriculture
Growth Outlook
  • Recent quarterly revenue reached £481.1 million, indicating strong operational performance
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) gross profit margin stands at 34.6%, showcasing profitability
  • Current ratio of 3.05 suggests robust liquidity and financial health
Financial Highlights
  • Net income for the latest quarter was £1 million, reflecting a recovery trend
  • Operating income margin improved to 1.08% in the latest quarter
  • Cash flow from operating activities reached £204.3 million, indicating strong cash generation
Close Brothers Group plc has a rich history dating back to 1878 and is headquartered in London. The company is well-positioned in the financial services sector, focusing on providing tailored solutions to meet the diverse needs of its clients. With a strong emphasis on liquidity and operational efficiency, Close Brothers continues to adapt to market demands while maintaining a commitment to delivering value to its stakeholders. The recent financial performance highlights a positive trajectory, making it an intriguing option for potential investors interested in the financial services industry.
AI Generated • Oct 19, 2026

Industry

Banks

Sector

Financials

Employees

2,400

CEO

Mike Morgan

Website

www.closebrothers.com

Headquarters

London, GL EC2A 4FT, GB

CBG Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

34.61%

Operating Margin

-7.19%

Net Income Margin

-7.56%

Return on Equity

-4.07%

Return on Capital

-1.69%

Return on Assets

-0.53%

Earnings Yield

-14.93%

Dividend Yield

0.00%

Payout Ratio

-17.51%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£574.17MMarket 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

149.52M

Volume

8.66K

Avg. Volume

468.46K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£857.10M

Operating Income

-£182.70M

EBITDA

£62.50M

Operating Cash Flow

£699.10M

Capital Expenditure

-£8.20M

Free Cash Flow

£690.90M

Cash & ST Invst.

£1.19B

Total Debt

£1.91B

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
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%
20262026-07-31GBP 1,190,000,000-10.0%
Close Brothers Group Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22025-01-31-46.6%
Q42025-07-31155.4%
Q22026-01-31-58.6%
Q42026-07-3134.4%
Close Brothers Group Plc annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20232023-07-31GBP 0.54-50.7%
20242024-07-31GBP 0.609.8%
20252025-07-31GBP -0.67N/A
20262026-07-31GBP -0.57-14.6%
Close Brothers Group Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22025-01-31-685.7%
Q42025-07-31118.3%
Q22026-01-31-433.3%
Q42026-07-3186.7%

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

£481.10M

-24.0%

Gross Profit

£211.90M

-27.4%

Gross Margin

44.04%

N/A

Market Cap

£574.17MMarket 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

£226.32K

N/A

Employees

2,537

N/A

Net Income

£1.00M

-96.8%

EBITDA

£84.70M

-27.7%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q4 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

£1.19B

-24.8%

Total Debt

£1.91B

-19.1%

Accounts Receivable

£0.00

-100.0%

Inventory

£0.00

N/A

Long Term Debt

£1.52B

-35.6%

Short Term Debt

£390.00M

-33.3%

Return on Assets

-0.53%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

-0.52%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

£203.70M

-6.9%

Operating Cash Flow

£204.30M

-9.1%

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Questions About CBG

What is the current price of Close Brothers Group Plc?

Close Brothers Group Plc is trading at £3.81 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 £5.56.

How much debt does Close Brothers Group Plc have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Close Brothers Group Plc reported total debt of £2.13B.

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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