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Essentra Plc(LSE) ESNT

Market Cap£314.48MMarket 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 (2005)-0%
5 Year-62%
1 Year+12%
1 Month+3%
£1.11
+3.93%
+0.04Today
Essentra Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 111.002026-09-04
Essentra Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+2.02%GBX 108.802026-08-28
1 month+2.78%GBX 108.002026-08-05
3 month+33.41%GBX 83.202026-06-05
Year to date+14.91%GBX 96.602025-12-31
1 year+12.23%GBX 98.902025-09-04
3 year-24.8%GBX 147.602023-09-05
5 year-62.37%GBX 295.002021-09-03
Since inception-0.46%GBX 1.122005-06-06

Essentra Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£314.48MMarket 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)

£610.80M

Net Income (TTM)

£14.70M

EPS (TTM)

£0.02

P/E Ratio

58.42

Dividend

£0.02

Beta (Volatility)

-0.05 (Low)

Price

£1.11

Volume

612,249

Open

£1.08

Previous Close

£1.11

Daily Range

£1.08 - £1.11

52-Week Range

£0.78 - £1.15

Estimated Earnings Date

Mar 23, 2027

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About Essentra Plc

Essentra plc is a global enterprise specializing in crucial components and comprehensive solutions. The company operates in three main divisions: Components, Packaging, and Filters, serving diverse industries such as automotive, electronics, and health care.

Products and Services
  • Manufactures plastic, vinyl, and metallic components for various industries
  • Provides packaging solutions including cartons, labels, and printed foils
  • Offers filters and analytical services for the roll-your-own market
Growth Outlook
  • Revenue increased to £166.1 million in Q2 2026, up from £149.6 million in Q4 2025
  • Gross profit margin improved to 46.7% in Q2 2026, indicating operational efficiency
  • Strong demand in health and personal care sectors supports future growth
Financial Highlights
  • Net income of £3.6 million reported in Q2 2026, reflecting positive earnings growth
  • Operating cash flow of £7.2 million in Q2 2026 demonstrates strong liquidity
  • Dividend yield of 1.57% indicates a commitment to returning value to shareholders
Essentra plc has established itself as a key player in the specialty chemicals industry, with a diverse product portfolio that caters to various sectors. The recent financial performance highlights a positive trajectory, with significant revenue growth and improved profit margins. The company's focus on operational efficiency and strong demand in its core markets positions it well for future expansion. Investors may find the combination of a solid dividend yield and robust cash flow appealing as Essentra continues to navigate the evolving market landscape.
AI Generated • Aug 22, 2026

Industry

Chemicals

Sector

Materials

Employees

2,894

CEO

Scott Morgan Taylor Fawcett

Website

www.essentra.com

Headquarters

Oxford, OX OX5 1HX, GB

ESNT Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

47.42%

Operating Margin

7.70%

Net Income Margin

1.71%

Return on Equity

2.02%

Return on Capital

5.35%

Return on Assets

1.08%

Earnings Yield

1.71%

Dividend Yield

1.80%

Payout Ratio

1.24%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£314.48MMarket 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

283.31M

Volume

612.25K

Avg. Volume

524.40K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£285.40M

Operating Income

£42.30M

EBITDA

£92.90M

Operating Cash Flow

£36.10M

Capital Expenditure

-£22.30M

Free Cash Flow

£13.80M

Cash & ST Invst.

£42.50M

Total Debt

£143.00M

Essentra Plc Performance Analysis

Essentra Plc annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31GBP 337,900,00012.0%
20232023-12-31GBP 316,300,000-6.4%
20242024-12-31GBP 302,400,000-4.4%
20252025-12-31GBP 302,000,000-0.1%
Essentra Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-12-31-10.6%
Q22025-06-306.8%
Q42025-12-31-1.8%
Q22026-06-3011.0%
Essentra Plc annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31GBP -0.12460.8%
20232023-12-31GBP 0.03N/A
20242024-12-31GBP 0.0433.0%
20252025-12-31GBP 0.01-82.1%
Essentra Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-12-31265.1%
Q22025-06-30-96.8%
Q42025-12-31520.0%
Q22026-06-30103.2%

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

£166.10M

+4.0%

Gross Profit

£77.50M

+4.6%

Gross Margin

46.66%

N/A

Market Cap

£314.48MMarket 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

£104.83K

N/A

Employees

3,000

N/A

Net Income

£3.60M

+176.9%

EBITDA

£27.60M

+38.0%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

£42.50M

-13.8%

Total Debt

£143.00M

+0.0%

Accounts Receivable

£73.00M

-0.4%

Inventory

£73.80M

+10.8%

Long Term Debt

£135.30M

-0.4%

Short Term Debt

£7.70M

+6.9%

Return on Assets

1.08%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

5.81%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

£3.60M

-62.9%

Operating Cash Flow

£7.20M

-46.7%

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Questions About ESNT

What is the current price of Essentra Plc?

Essentra Plc is trading at £1.11 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Essentra Plc?

Over the past 52 weeks, Essentra Plc has traded between £0.78 and £1.15.

How much debt does Essentra Plc have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Essentra Plc reported total debt of £126.80M.

How much cash does Essentra Plc have on hand?

Essentra Plc reported £36.20M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Essentra Plc’s dividend yield?

Essentra Plc currently has a dividend yield of 1.80%.

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