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FirstGroup Plc(LSE) FGP

Market Cap£895.78MMarket 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)+248%
5 Year+90%
1 Year-21%
1 Month-4%
£1.73
+0.58%
+0.01Today
FirstGroup Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 172.702026-09-22
FirstGroup Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+1.23%GBX 170.602026-09-15
1 month-3.73%GBX 179.402026-08-21
3 month-7.35%GBX 186.402026-06-24
Year to date-9.39%GBX 190.602025-12-31
1 year-20.92%GBX 218.402025-09-22
3 year+10.71%GBX 156.002023-09-22
5 year+89.88%GBX 90.952021-09-23
Since inception+248.29%GBX 0.491995-06-16

FirstGroup Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£895.78MMarket 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

7.99

Dividend

£0.02

Beta (Volatility)

0.04 (Low)

Price

£1.73

Volume

621,926

Open

£1.72

Previous Close

£1.73

Daily Range

£1.70 - £1.73

52-Week Range

£1.54 - £2.26

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 manages a fleet of approximately 5,800 buses and coaches, alongside a comprehensive passenger rail network.

Products and Services
  • Local bus services across the UK
  • Passenger rail services including long-distance and commuter routes
  • Franchises such as Great Western Railway and South Western Railway
Growth Outlook
  • Recent revenue growth of 6.8% year-over-year in Q4
  • Strong demand for public transport post-pandemic recovery
  • Investment in fleet modernization to enhance service efficiency
Financial Highlights
  • TTM revenue of £9.8 billion, reflecting robust operational performance
  • Net income of £63 million in the latest quarter, indicating profitability
  • Dividend yield of 4.21%, appealing for income-focused investors
FirstGroup plc has established itself as a significant player in the UK transport sector, with a diverse portfolio that includes both bus and rail services. The company's recent financial performance demonstrates resilience, with a notable increase in revenue and net income, suggesting effective management and operational efficiency. The growth outlook remains positive, driven by a rebound in public transport usage and strategic investments in fleet upgrades. The attractive dividend yield further enhances the investment appeal, making FirstGroup plc a noteworthy consideration for potential investors interested in the transportation industry.
AI Generated • Sep 18, 2026

Industry

Road and Rail

Sector

Industrials

Employees

30,513

CEO

Graham Sutherland

Website

www.firstgroupplc.com

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

12.52%

Dividend Yield

1.28%

Payout Ratio

32.88%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£895.78MMarket 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

521.41M

Volume

621.93K

Avg. Volume

1.43M

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£319.60M

Operating Income

£319.60M

EBITDA

£1.37B

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

£895.78MMarket 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

£29.36K

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 £1.73 per share.

What is the 52-week range for FirstGroup Plc?

Over the past 52 weeks, FirstGroup Plc has traded between £1.54 and £2.26.

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 1.28%.

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