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Gooch & Housego Plc(LSE) GHH

Market Cap£333.92MMarket 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 (1997)+1,301%
5 Year-10%
1 Year+101%
1 Month+31%
£12.20
+0.00%
+0.00Today
Gooch & Housego Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 1,221.002026-07-31
Gooch & Housego Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+0.08%GBX 1,220.002026-07-24
1 month+30.73%GBX 934.002026-07-01
3 month+35.67%GBX 900.002026-05-01
Year to date+103.5%GBX 600.002025-12-31
1 year+101.49%GBX 606.002025-07-31
3 year+112.72%GBX 574.002023-08-01
5 year-10.22%GBX 1,360.002021-07-30
Since inception+1,300.86%GBX 0.871997-12-12

Gooch & Housego Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£333.92MMarket 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)

£304.73M

Net Income (TTM)

£9.12M

EPS (TTM)

£0.14

P/E Ratio

82.94

Dividend

£0.13

Beta (Volatility)

0.17 (Low)

Price

£12.20

Volume

101,117

Open

£12.20

Previous Close

£12.20

Daily Range

£12.20 - £12.30

52-Week Range

£4.63 - £12.70

Estimated Earnings Date

Dec 8, 2026

GHH News

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About Gooch & Housego Plc

Gooch & Housego PLC is a global innovator and provider of advanced optical components and systems, specializing in acousto-optic, electro-optic, fiber optic, and precision optic technologies. The company serves key markets including Aerospace & Defence, Life Sciences/Bio-photonics, and various Industrial sectors.

Products and Services
  • Acousto-optic components like modulators and Q-switches
  • Precision optical elements including lenses, mirrors, and prisms
  • Integrated vision systems for armored fighting vehicles
Growth Outlook
  • Revenue of £81.88 million in the latest quarter, showing strong demand
  • Operating income increased to £4.59 million, reflecting operational efficiency
  • Net income of £2.50 million indicates profitability and growth potential
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) revenue of £303.67 million
  • TTM net profit margin of 2.44%, showcasing profitability
  • Current ratio of 2.94 indicates strong liquidity position
Gooch & Housego PLC has established itself as a leader in the optical components market, with a diverse range of products that cater to critical industries. The company's recent financial performance highlights its ability to generate substantial revenue and maintain profitability, even in a competitive landscape. The strong current ratio suggests that Gooch & Housego is well-positioned to meet its short-term obligations, providing a solid foundation for future growth. With ongoing investments in research and development, the company is poised to capitalize on emerging opportunities in the optical technology sector.
AI Generated • Jul 3, 2026

Industry

Electronic Equipment, Instruments and Components

Employees

903

CEO

Charles St. John Stewart Peppiatt

Headquarters

Ilminster, SO TA19 0PF, GB

GHH Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

27.89%

Operating Margin

6.33%

Net Income Margin

2.44%

Return on Equity

3.33%

Return on Capital

6.16%

Return on Assets

1.86%

Earnings Yield

1.21%

Dividend Yield

1.08%

Payout Ratio

91.37%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£333.92MMarket 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

27.37M

Volume

101.12K

Avg. Volume

139.18K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£86.54M

Operating Income

£20.14M

EBITDA

£41.30M

Operating Cash Flow

£19.72M

Capital Expenditure

-£9.73M

Free Cash Flow

£9.99M

Cash & ST Invst.

£5.18M

Total Debt

£54.26M

Gooch & Housego Plc Performance Analysis

Gooch & Housego Plc annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-09-30GBP 124,802,0000.6%
20232023-09-30GBP 135,041,0008.2%
20242024-09-30GBP 135,990,0000.7%
20252025-09-30GBP 150,485,00010.7%
Gooch & Housego Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-09-3013.8%
Q22025-03-31-2.1%
Q42025-09-3012.3%
Q22026-03-312.9%
Gooch & Housego Plc annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-09-30GBP -0.08N/A
20232023-09-30GBP 0.16N/A
20242024-09-30GBP 0.11-31.3%
20252025-09-30GBP 0.1320.3%
Gooch & Housego Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-09-301463.6%
Q22025-03-31-33.7%
Q42025-09-30-31.5%
Q22026-03-3165.3%

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

£81.88M

+28.7%

Gross Profit

£22.04M

+33.4%

Gross Margin

26.92%

N/A

Market Cap

£333.92MMarket 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

£342.48K

N/A

Employees

975

N/A

Net Income

£2.50M

+1200.0%

EBITDA

£10.72M

+42.1%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

£5.18M

+7.6%

Total Debt

£54.26M

+54.3%

Accounts Receivable

£48.63M

+53.6%

Inventory

£42.38M

+32.3%

Long Term Debt

£52.05M

+51.9%

Short Term Debt

£2.21M

+20.6%

Return on Assets

1.86%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

5.71%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

-£947.00K

+43.1%

Operating Cash Flow

£2.48M

+84.7%

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Questions About GHH

What is the current price of Gooch & Housego Plc?

Gooch & Housego Plc is trading at £12.20 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Gooch & Housego Plc?

Over the past 52 weeks, Gooch & Housego Plc has traded between £4.63 and £12.70.

How much debt does Gooch & Housego Plc have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Gooch & Housego Plc reported total debt of £51.06M.

How much cash does Gooch & Housego Plc have on hand?

Gooch & Housego Plc reported £7.20M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Gooch & Housego Plc’s dividend yield?

Gooch & Housego Plc currently has a dividend yield of 1.08%.

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