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Clarkson Plc(LSE) CKN

Market Cap£1.53BMarket 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)+9,618%
5 Year+36%
1 Year+37%
1 Month+9%
£48.96
-1.09%
-0.54Today
Clarkson Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 4,896.002026-08-12
Clarkson Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-2%GBX 4,996.002026-08-05
1 month+8.9%GBX 4,496.002026-07-13
3 month+1.83%GBX 4,808.002026-05-14
Year to date+28.34%GBX 3,815.002025-12-31
1 year+36.95%GBX 3,575.002025-08-12
3 year+79.34%GBX 2,730.002023-08-11
5 year+35.62%GBX 3,610.002021-08-13
Since inception+9,617.64%GBX 0.511992-01-02

Clarkson Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£1.53BMarket 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)

£1.40B

Net Income (TTM)

£152.90M

EPS (TTM)

£2.50

P/E Ratio

19.69

Dividend

£1.12

Beta (Volatility)

0.02 (Low)

Price

£48.96

Volume

40,324

Open

£49.54

Previous Close

£48.96

Daily Range

£48.72 - £49.65

52-Week Range

£33.65 - £54.85

Estimated Earnings Date

Mar 8, 2027

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About Clarkson Plc

Clarkson PLC operates globally, delivering a full spectrum of shipping services. The company is structured into four key divisions: Broking, Financial, Support, and Research, catering to diverse maritime sectors.

Products and Services
  • Broking services connecting ship owners and charterers
  • Investment banking for maritime and natural resources industries
  • Comprehensive shipping-related data and research services
Growth Outlook
  • Revenue increased to £413.5 million in Q2 2026
  • Net income rose to £40.5 million, reflecting strong operational performance
  • Positive cash flow trends indicate robust financial health
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) revenue of £1.4 billion
  • Net profit margin of 10.4% demonstrates effective cost management
  • Dividend yield of 2.20% offers attractive returns to shareholders
Clarkson PLC has established itself as a leader in the marine shipping industry, providing essential services that facilitate global trade. The company's diverse offerings across its four divisions allow it to cater to a wide range of clients, from ship owners to financial institutions. Recent financial performance highlights a significant increase in revenue and net income, showcasing the company's ability to capitalize on market opportunities. The positive cash flow trends further reinforce its financial stability, making it an appealing option for potential investors. With a solid dividend yield, Clarkson PLC presents a compelling case for those interested in the marine shipping sector.
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Industry

Marine

Sector

Industrials

Employees

2,314

CEO

Andi Case

Website

www.clarksons.com

Headquarters

London, LO E1W 1BF, GB

CKN Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

93.25%

Operating Margin

13.45%

Net Income Margin

10.40%

Return on Equity

14.50%

Return on Capital

13.92%

Return on Assets

7.80%

Earnings Yield

5.08%

Dividend Yield

2.26%

Payout Ratio

43.50%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£1.53BMarket 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

30.95M

Volume

40.32K

Avg. Volume

68.65K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£1.31B

Operating Income

£186.30M

EBITDA

£232.00M

Operating Cash Flow

£220.10M

Capital Expenditure

-£11.80M

Free Cash Flow

£208.30M

Cash & ST Invst.

£339.50M

Total Debt

£59.40M

Clarkson Plc Performance Analysis

Clarkson Plc annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31GBP 603,800,00036.2%
20232023-12-31GBP 639,400,0005.9%
20242024-12-31GBP 661,400,0003.4%
20252025-12-31GBP 631,400,000-4.5%
Clarkson Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-12-3113.3%
Q22025-06-30-15.2%
Q42025-12-3112.0%
Q22026-06-3024.0%
Clarkson Plc annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31GBP 2.4649.4%
20232023-12-31GBP 2.7310.8%
20242024-12-31GBP 2.750.7%
20252025-12-31GBP 2.13-22.6%
Clarkson Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-12-3121.8%
Q22025-06-30-38.4%
Q42025-12-3129.0%
Q22026-06-308.3%

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

£413.50M

+33.3%

Gross Profit

£386.60M

+31.9%

Gross Margin

93.49%

N/A

Market Cap

£1.53BMarket 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

£662.16K

N/A

Employees

2,314

N/A

Net Income

£40.50M

+6.0%

EBITDA

£67.40M

+28.1%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

£339.50M

+5.5%

Total Debt

£59.40M

+51.5%

Accounts Receivable

£276.50M

+36.9%

Inventory

£5.10M

+37.8%

Long Term Debt

£48.90M

+69.2%

Short Term Debt

£10.50M

-49.0%

Return on Assets

7.80%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

15.97%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

-£28.50M

+55.3%

Operating Cash Flow

-£25.30M

+58.6%

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Questions About CKN

What is the current price of Clarkson Plc?

Clarkson Plc is trading at £48.96 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Clarkson Plc?

Over the past 52 weeks, Clarkson Plc has traded between £33.65 and £54.85.

How much debt does Clarkson Plc have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Clarkson Plc reported total debt of £56.00M.

How much cash does Clarkson Plc have on hand?

Clarkson Plc reported £401.10M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Clarkson Plc’s dividend yield?

Clarkson Plc currently has a dividend yield of 2.26%.

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