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FirstGroup Plc(LSE) FGP

Market Cap£1.05BMarket 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 (1995)+312%
5 Year+126%
1 Year-2%
1 Month+20%
£2.03
+0.10%
+0.00Today
FirstGroup Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 203.202026-10-19
FirstGroup Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+6.39%GBX 191.002026-10-12
1 month+20.24%GBX 169.002026-09-18
3 month+13.14%GBX 179.602026-07-21
Year to date+6.61%GBX 190.602025-12-31
1 year-1.74%GBX 206.802025-10-17
3 year+38.33%GBX 146.902023-10-20
5 year+126.03%GBX 89.902021-10-20
Since inception+311.54%GBX 0.491995-06-16

FirstGroup Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£1.05BMarket 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)

£9.82B

Net Income (TTM)

£245.80M

EPS (TTM)

£0.21

P/E Ratio

9.45

Dividend

£0.02

Beta (Volatility)

0.03 (Low)

Price

£2.03

Volume

248,879

Open

£2.04

Previous Close

£2.03

Daily Range

£1.96 - £2.04

52-Week Range

£1.54 - £2.17

Estimated Earnings Date

Nov 12, 2026

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About FirstGroup Plc

FirstGroup plc is a leading provider of public transport services in the United Kingdom, operating through its First Bus and First Rail segments. The company has a diverse portfolio that includes local bus services and a comprehensive passenger rail network.

Products and Services
  • First Bus operates approximately 5,800 buses and coaches across the UK
  • First Rail manages franchises including Great Western Railway and South Western Railway
  • Offers long-distance, commuter, regional, and sleeper services
Growth Outlook
  • Recent quarterly revenue reached £2.45 billion, indicating strong demand
  • Net income for the latest quarter was £62.8 million, showcasing profitability
  • Operating cash flow of £419.7 million reflects robust operational efficiency
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) revenue of £9.4 billion demonstrates consistent growth
  • Dividend yield of 3.55% offers attractive returns to shareholders
  • Price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 9.26 suggests potential undervaluation
FirstGroup plc has established itself as a significant player in the UK transport sector, with a strong operational framework and a commitment to providing reliable services. The company's recent financial performance indicates a solid foundation for future growth, supported by a diverse range of services and a focus on operational efficiency. The attractive dividend yield and favorable P/E ratio may appeal to investors seeking value in the transportation industry.
AI Generated • Oct 18, 2026

Industry

Road and Rail

Employees

30,513

CEO

Graham Sutherland

Headquarters

London, GL W2 1AF, GB

FGP Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

2.86%

Operating Margin

2.86%

Net Income Margin

2.49%

Return on Equity

17.75%

Return on Capital

7.27%

Return on Assets

3.81%

Earnings Yield

10.58%

Dividend Yield

1.08%

Payout Ratio

32.88%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£1.05BMarket 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

515.09M

Volume

248.88K

Avg. Volume

1.57M

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£319.60M

Operating Income

£319.60M

EBITDA

£1.60B

Operating Cash Flow

£1.38B

Capital Expenditure

-£392.50M

Free Cash Flow

£985.10M

Cash & ST Invst.

£432.00M

Total Debt

£1.16B

FirstGroup Plc Performance Analysis

FirstGroup Plc annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20232023-03-31GBP 4,755,000,0003.6%
20242024-03-31GBP 4,715,100,000-0.8%
20252025-03-31GBP 5,233,900,00011.0%
20262026-03-31GBP 4,751,900,000-9.2%
FirstGroup Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22024-09-28-6.5%
Q42025-03-3116.1%
Q22025-09-30-15.6%
Q42026-03-316.8%
FirstGroup Plc annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20232023-03-31GBP 0.11-80.4%
20242024-03-31GBP -0.02N/A
20252025-03-31GBP 0.20N/A
20262026-03-31GBP 0.210.5%
FirstGroup Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22024-09-2852.5%
Q42025-03-3153.1%
Q22025-09-30-20.6%
Q42026-03-3125.9%

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

£2.45B

-2.1%

Gross Profit

£81.00M

-96.4%

Gross Margin

3.30%

N/A

Market Cap

£1.05BMarket 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

£34.27K

N/A

Employees

30,513

N/A

Net Income

£62.80M

+60.2%

EBITDA

£359.00M

-14.1%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q4 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

£432.00M

-13.0%

Total Debt

£1.16B

-27.9%

Accounts Receivable

£537.80M

+35.4%

Inventory

£29.30M

+13.1%

Long Term Debt

£710.20M

-27.4%

Short Term Debt

£447.10M

-28.6%

Return on Assets

3.81%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

8.28%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

£310.70M

+35.7%

Operating Cash Flow

£419.70M

+26.5%

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Questions About FGP

What is the current price of FirstGroup Plc?

FirstGroup Plc is trading at £2.03 per share.

What is the 52-week range for FirstGroup Plc?

Over the past 52 weeks, FirstGroup Plc has traded between £1.54 and £2.17.

How much debt does FirstGroup Plc have?

As of the most recent reporting period, FirstGroup Plc reported total debt of £1.16B.

How much cash does FirstGroup Plc have on hand?

FirstGroup Plc reported £432.00M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is FirstGroup Plc’s dividend yield?

FirstGroup Plc currently has a dividend yield of 1.08%.

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