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Macfarlane Group Plc(LSE) MACF

Market Cap£108.76MMarket 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)+270%
5 Year-37%
1 Year-29%
1 Month+12%
£0.70
+0.61%
+0.00Today
Macfarlane Group Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 70.602026-07-30
Macfarlane Group Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+2.62%GBX 68.802026-07-23
1 month+11.89%GBX 63.102026-06-30
3 month+11.71%GBX 63.202026-05-01
Year to date-1.94%GBX 72.002025-12-31
1 year-29.26%GBX 99.802025-07-30
3 year-35.82%GBX 110.002023-07-31
5 year-36.96%GBX 112.002021-07-30
Since inception+269.72%GBX 0.191992-01-02

Macfarlane Group Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£108.76MMarket 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)

£571.25M

Net Income (TTM)

£21.85M

EPS (TTM)

£0.04

P/E Ratio

17.54

Dividend

£0.04

Beta (Volatility)

0.00 (Low)

Price

£0.70

Volume

78,664

Open

£0.68

Previous Close

£0.70

Daily Range

£0.68 - £0.71

52-Week Range

£0.60 - £1.01

Estimated Earnings Date

Aug 20, 2026

MACF News

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About Macfarlane Group Plc

Macfarlane Group PLC, established in 1899 and headquartered in Glasgow, UK, specializes in providing comprehensive protective packaging solutions. The company operates through two main divisions: Packaging Distribution and Manufacturing Operations, serving a diverse range of industries across Europe.

Products and Services
  • Packaging materials supply and distribution
  • Manufacturing of timber, corrugated board, and foam packaging
  • Packaging equipment and waste recycling management
Growth Outlook
  • Revenue increased to £154.2 million in Q4 2025, up from £146.6 million in Q2 2025
  • Net income rose to £2.6 million in Q4 2025, reflecting strong operational performance
  • Operating cash flow reached £12.4 million in Q2 2025, indicating robust cash generation
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve-month revenue of £605.5 million, showcasing consistent growth
  • Dividend yield of 5.63%, appealing for income-focused investors
  • Operating profit margin of 3.54%, indicating effective cost management
Macfarlane Group PLC has established itself as a key player in the packaging industry, with a strong focus on innovation and customer service. The company's dual approach of distribution and manufacturing allows it to cater to a wide array of sectors, including e-commerce, logistics, and healthcare. Recent financial performance highlights a positive trajectory, with significant revenue growth and improved profitability metrics. The company's commitment to sustainability through waste recycling further enhances its market position. Investors may find Macfarlane Group's solid financial foundation and growth potential appealing as it continues to navigate the evolving packaging landscape.
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Industry

Trading Companies and Distributors

Employees

1,195

CEO

Peter Duncan Atkinson

Headquarters

Glasgow, GG G3 7YE, GB

MACF Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

37.29%

Operating Margin

4.15%

Net Income Margin

2.10%

Return on Equity

5.20%

Return on Capital

5.95%

Return on Assets

2.27%

Earnings Yield

5.70%

Dividend Yield

5.23%

Payout Ratio

92.18%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£108.76MMarket 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

155.37M

Volume

78.66K

Avg. Volume

221.82K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£217.54M

Operating Income

£36.09M

EBITDA

£64.02M

Operating Cash Flow

£50.21M

Capital Expenditure

-£7.50M

Free Cash Flow

£42.71M

Cash & ST Invst.

£14.38M

Total Debt

£89.37M

Macfarlane Group Plc Performance Analysis

Macfarlane Group Plc annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31GBP 290,431,0009.8%
20232023-12-31GBP 280,714,000-3.3%
20242024-12-31GBP 270,437,000-3.7%
20252025-12-31GBP 300,810,00011.2%
Macfarlane Group Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22024-06-30-6.8%
Q42024-12-318.7%
Q22025-06-304.1%
Q42025-12-315.2%
Macfarlane Group Plc annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31GBP 0.1023.8%
20232023-12-31GBP 0.09-4.5%
20242024-12-31GBP 0.104.3%
20252025-12-31GBP 0.04-59.1%
Macfarlane Group Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22024-06-30-2.8%
Q42024-12-3115.5%
Q22025-06-30-55.5%
Q42025-12-31-28.4%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q4 2025YOY CHG

Revenue

£154.22M

+10.9%

Gross Profit

£56.79M

+4.5%

Gross Margin

36.82%

N/A

Market Cap

£108.76MMarket 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

£93.36K

N/A

Employees

1,165

N/A

Net Income

£2.62M

-64.9%

EBITDA

£9.63M

-47.8%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q4 2025YOY CHG

Total Cash

£14.38M

+87.0%

Total Debt

£89.37M

+106.2%

Accounts Receivable

£59.70M

+15.7%

Inventory

£21.23M

+21.2%

Long Term Debt

£48.92M

+69.4%

Short Term Debt

£40.45M

+179.5%

Return on Assets

2.27%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

6.90%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

£9.25M

-25.4%

Operating Cash Flow

£12.40M

-6.2%

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Questions About MACF

What is the current price of Macfarlane Group Plc?

Macfarlane Group Plc is trading at £0.70 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Macfarlane Group Plc?

Over the past 52 weeks, Macfarlane Group Plc has traded between £0.60 and £1.01.

How much debt does Macfarlane Group Plc have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Macfarlane Group Plc reported total debt of £89.37M.

How much cash does Macfarlane Group Plc have on hand?

Macfarlane Group Plc reported £14.38M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Macfarlane Group Plc’s dividend yield?

Macfarlane Group Plc currently has a dividend yield of 5.23%.

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