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J D Wetherspoon Plc(LSE) JDW

Market Cap£999.00MMarket 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)+4,963%
5 Year+7%
1 Year+65%
1 Month+31%
£10.32
+0.68%
+0.07Today
J D Wetherspoon Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 1,032.002026-10-16
J D Wetherspoon Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+5.04%GBX 982.502026-10-09
1 month+31.05%GBX 787.502026-09-16
3 month+38.52%GBX 745.002026-07-17
Year to date+39.93%GBX 737.502025-12-31
1 year+64.86%GBX 626.002025-10-16
3 year+57.56%GBX 655.002023-10-17
5 year+6.94%GBX 965.002021-10-15
Since inception+4,963.04%GBX 0.201992-11-02

J D Wetherspoon Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£999.00MMarket 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)

£4.37B

Net Income (TTM)

£128.48M

EPS (TTM)

£0.56

P/E Ratio

17.98

Dividend

£0.12

Beta (Volatility)

0.07 (Low)

Price

£10.32

Volume

196,505

Open

£10.27

Previous Close

£10.32

Daily Range

£10.17 - £10.38

52-Week Range

£5.31 - £10.38

Estimated Earnings Date

Mar 19, 2027

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About J D Wetherspoon Plc

J D Wetherspoon plc, established in 1979, operates a substantial network of 861 pubs and 57 hotels across the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland. Headquartered in Watford, UK, the company is a prominent player in the restaurant industry, known for its commitment to quality and affordability.

Products and Services
  • Wide range of food and beverage offerings
  • Hotel accommodations in select locations
  • Special promotions and events to enhance customer experience
Growth Outlook
  • Recent quarterly revenue reached £1.09 billion, indicating strong demand
  • Net income for Q2 was £19.39 million, showcasing profitability
  • Expansion plans include new pub openings and renovations
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) revenue of £4.24 billion reflects consistent growth
  • Dividend yield of 1.50% offers attractive returns to shareholders
  • Operating income margin of 6.04% demonstrates operational efficiency
J D Wetherspoon plc has established itself as a leader in the pub and restaurant sector, with a focus on providing value to customers. The company's recent financial performance indicates a robust growth trajectory, supported by a solid revenue base and profitability. The expansion strategy aims to capitalize on market opportunities, further enhancing its presence in the industry. With a commitment to quality service and a diverse product offering, J D Wetherspoon plc presents an intriguing opportunity for potential investors.
AI Generated • Sep 19, 2026

Industry

Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure

Sector

Consumer Discretionary

Employees

44,391

CEO

John Hutson

Website

www.jdwetherspoon.com

Headquarters

Watford, HD WD24 4QL, GB

JDW Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

5.37%

Operating Margin

5.37%

Net Income Margin

2.70%

Return on Equity

17.99%

Return on Capital

7.89%

Return on Assets

3.16%

Earnings Yield

5.56%

Dividend Yield

1.16%

Payout Ratio

22.05%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£999.00MMarket 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

96.80M

Volume

196.50K

Avg. Volume

255.23K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£374.59M

Operating Income

£262.24M

EBITDA

£507.28M

Operating Cash Flow

£397.45M

Capital Expenditure

-£99.60M

Free Cash Flow

£297.85M

Cash & ST Invst.

£52.77M

Total Debt

£1.19B

J D Wetherspoon Plc Performance Analysis

J D Wetherspoon Plc annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20232023-07-31GBP 1,925,044,00010.6%
20242024-07-31GBP 2,035,500,0005.7%
20252025-07-31GBP 2,127,524,0004.5%
20262026-07-31GBP 2,238,023,0005.2%
J D Wetherspoon Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22025-01-31-1.4%
Q42025-07-276.7%
Q22026-01-31-0.9%
Q42026-07-315.7%
J D Wetherspoon Plc annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20232023-07-31GBP 0.46205.9%
20242024-07-31GBP 0.39-16.0%
20252025-07-31GBP 0.5745.5%
20262026-07-31GBP 0.56-1.7%
J D Wetherspoon Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22025-01-3112.5%
Q42025-07-2711.1%
Q22026-01-31-40.0%
Q42026-07-31111.1%

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

£1.15B

+10.1%

Gross Profit

£67.17M

-60.6%

Gross Margin

5.84%

N/A

Market Cap

£999.00MMarket 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

£22.96K

N/A

Employees

43,502

N/A

Net Income

£41.10M

+36.4%

EBITDA

£129.00M

+8.5%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q4 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

£52.77M

-7.8%

Total Debt

£1.19B

+4.5%

Accounts Receivable

£28.38M

+220.8%

Inventory

£32.74M

+15.3%

Long Term Debt

£1.02B

-6.5%

Short Term Debt

£172.05M

+247.0%

Return on Assets

3.16%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

8.48%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

£137.52M

+126.1%

Operating Cash Flow

£145.58M

+22.6%

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Questions About JDW

What is the current price of J D Wetherspoon Plc?

J D Wetherspoon Plc is trading at £10.32 per share.

What is the 52-week range for J D Wetherspoon Plc?

Over the past 52 weeks, J D Wetherspoon Plc has traded between £5.31 and £10.38.

How much debt does J D Wetherspoon Plc have?

As of the most recent reporting period, J D Wetherspoon Plc reported total debt of £1.07B.

How much cash does J D Wetherspoon Plc have on hand?

J D Wetherspoon Plc reported £52.77M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is J D Wetherspoon Plc’s dividend yield?

J D Wetherspoon Plc currently has a dividend yield of 1.16%.

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