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Capita Plc(LSE) CPI

Market Cap£256.32MMarket 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)+291%
5 Year-72%
1 Year-35%
1 Month-18%
£2.14
-5.31%
-0.12Today
Capita Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 214.002026-10-02
Capita Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-3.6%GBX 222.002026-09-25
1 month-18.48%GBX 262.502026-09-02
3 month-31.3%GBX 311.502026-07-03
Year to date-47.23%GBX 405.502025-12-31
1 year-35.35%GBX 331.002025-10-02
3 year-13.54%GBX 247.502023-10-03
5 year-71.79%GBX 758.702021-10-01
Since inception+290.8%GBX 0.551992-01-02

Capita Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£256.32MMarket 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)

£4.29B

Net Income (TTM)

-£184.90M

EPS (TTM)

-£1.75

P/E Ratio

-1.22

Dividend

£0.00

Beta (Volatility)

-0.04 (Low)

Price

£2.14

Volume

1,450,293

Open

£2.26

Previous Close

£2.14

Daily Range

£2.14 - £2.28

52-Week Range

£2.14 - £4.16

Estimated Earnings Date

Mar 10, 2027

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About Capita Plc

Capita PLC is a leading outsourcer that provides a wide range of services to clients in both the public and private sectors across the UK and internationally. The company operates through two main divisions: Capita Public Service and Capita Experience, focusing on delivering innovative solutions and operational efficiencies.

Products and Services
  • Central and local government services, including digital operations and procurement
  • Customer experience solutions, including AI and data analytics services
  • Health technology and clinical administrative services
Growth Outlook
  • Recent quarterly revenue reached £906.4 million, indicating strong demand
  • Gross profit margin improved to 14.68% in Q2 2026, reflecting operational efficiencies
  • Investment in technology solutions positions the company for future growth
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) revenue of £4.1 billion, showcasing consistent performance
  • Net income for Q2 2026 was -£44.5 million, highlighting ongoing challenges
  • Current ratio of 0.53 indicates liquidity concerns that need addressing
Capita PLC has established itself as a significant player in the specialty business services sector, with a diverse portfolio that caters to various industries. The company's focus on digital transformation and operational efficiency is evident in its recent financial performance, particularly in the public service sector. Despite facing challenges reflected in the net income figures, the company is actively investing in technology and innovation to enhance service delivery and drive future growth. The recent quarterly results indicate a solid revenue base, which, combined with improving gross profit margins, suggests potential for recovery and expansion. Investors may find Capita PLC an intriguing option as it navigates its path toward sustainable profitability and growth.
AI Generated • Sep 26, 2026

Industry

Professional Services

Employees

29,500

CEO

Adolfo Hernandez, MBA

Headquarters

London, GL W2 6BD, GB

CPI Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

11.92%

Operating Margin

-5.26%

Net Income Margin

-10.32%

Return on Equity

-677.10%

Return on Capital

17.86%

Return on Assets

-11.45%

Earnings Yield

-81.97%

Dividend Yield

0.00%

Payout Ratio

0.00%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£256.32MMarket 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

119.78M

Volume

1.45M

Avg. Volume

856.12K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£650.70M

Operating Income

-£40.60M

EBITDA

£192.80M

Operating Cash Flow

-£37.20M

Capital Expenditure

-£23.00M

Free Cash Flow

-£60.20M

Cash & ST Invst.

£266.40M

Total Debt

£750.70M

Capita Plc Performance Analysis

Capita Plc annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31GBP 3,014,600,000-5.3%
20232023-12-31GBP 2,642,100,000-12.4%
20242024-12-31GBP 2,369,100,000-10.3%
20252025-12-31GBP 2,196,200,000-7.3%
Capita Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-12-31-4.3%
Q22025-06-30-2.1%
Q42025-12-31-10.2%
Q22026-06-30-13.0%
Capita Plc annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31GBP 0.66-67.0%
20232023-12-31GBP -1.59N/A
20242024-12-31GBP 0.66N/A
20252025-12-31GBP -1.44N/A
Capita Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-12-31-56.5%
Q22025-06-30-133.1%
Q42025-12-31-1863.7%
Q22026-06-3071.5%

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

£906.40M

-26.7%

Gross Profit

£133.10M

-54.3%

Gross Margin

14.68%

N/A

Market Cap

£256.32MMarket 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

£8.69K

N/A

Employees

29,500

N/A

Net Income

-£44.50M

-184.0%

EBITDA

£58.90M

-57.3%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

£266.40M

+76.2%

Total Debt

£750.70M

+8.0%

Accounts Receivable

£337.10M

-14.1%

Inventory

£0.00

N/A

Long Term Debt

£360.80M

-26.0%

Short Term Debt

£389.90M

+87.1%

Return on Assets

-11.45%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

-22.10%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

-£17.30M

-440.6%

Operating Cash Flow

-£13.20M

-430.0%

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Questions About CPI

What is the current price of Capita Plc?

Capita Plc is trading at £2.14 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Capita Plc?

Over the past 52 weeks, Capita Plc has traded between £2.14 and £4.16.

How much debt does Capita Plc have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Capita Plc reported total debt of £723.70M.

How much cash does Capita Plc have on hand?

Capita Plc reported £264.10M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Capita Plc’s dividend yield?

Capita Plc does not currently have a dividend yield.

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