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Macfarlane Group Plc(LSE) MACF

Market Cap£128.08MMarket 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)+344%
5 Year-38%
1 Year-8%
1 Month+8%
£0.84
+1.33%
+0.01Today
Macfarlane Group Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 84.102026-10-02
Macfarlane Group Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+2.31%GBX 82.202026-09-25
1 month+7.82%GBX 78.002026-09-02
3 month+28.99%GBX 65.202026-07-03
Year to date+16.81%GBX 72.002025-12-31
1 year-7.99%GBX 91.402025-10-02
3 year-22.49%GBX 108.502023-10-03
5 year-38.39%GBX 136.502021-10-01
Since inception+343.72%GBX 0.191992-01-02

Macfarlane Group Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£128.08MMarket 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)

£590.54M

Net Income (TTM)

£18.08M

EPS (TTM)

£0.04

P/E Ratio

21.39

Dividend

£0.04

Beta (Volatility)

-0.03 (Low)

Price

£0.84

Volume

338,091

Open

£0.81

Previous Close

£0.84

Daily Range

£0.81 - £0.85

52-Week Range

£0.60 - £0.94

Estimated Earnings Date

Feb 25, 2027

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 paper recycling services
Growth Outlook
  • Revenue increased to £148.9 million in Q2 2026, reflecting strong demand
  • Net income rose to £3.47 million in Q2 2026, indicating improved profitability
  • Operating cash flow reached £10.29 million in Q2 2026, showcasing operational efficiency
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve-month revenue of £605.5 million, demonstrating consistent growth
  • Dividend yield of 4.53%, providing attractive returns to shareholders
  • Operating profit margin of 4.73% in Q2 2026, reflecting effective cost management
Macfarlane Group PLC has established itself as a leader in the packaging industry, with a robust portfolio of products and services tailored to meet the needs of various sectors, including e-commerce, logistics, and healthcare. The company's recent financial performance highlights its ability to adapt and thrive in a competitive market, with significant revenue growth and improved profitability metrics. The strong operating cash flow further underscores the company's operational efficiency, making it an appealing option for potential investors interested in the packaging and containers sector.
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Industry

Trading Companies and Distributors

Sector

Industrials

Employees

1,195

CEO

Peter Duncan Atkinson

Website

www.macfarlanegroup.com

Headquarters

Glasgow, GG G3 7YE, GB

MACF Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

37.28%

Operating Margin

4.13%

Net Income Margin

2.01%

Return on Equity

5.10%

Return on Capital

5.95%

Return on Assets

2.20%

Earnings Yield

4.68%

Dividend Yield

4.41%

Payout Ratio

94.12%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£128.08MMarket 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

154.31M

Volume

338.09K

Avg. Volume

267.39K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£222.29M

Operating Income

£32.54M

EBITDA

£62.16M

Operating Cash Flow

£46.43M

Capital Expenditure

-£7.80M

Free Cash Flow

£38.64M

Cash & ST Invst.

£10.04M

Total Debt

£86.72M

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
Q42024-12-318.7%
Q22025-06-304.1%
Q42025-12-315.2%
Q22026-06-30-3.5%
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
Q42024-12-3115.5%
Q22025-06-30-55.5%
Q42025-12-31-28.4%
Q22026-06-3033.7%

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

£148.89M

+14.9%

Gross Profit

£56.21M

+9.2%

Gross Margin

37.75%

N/A

Market Cap

£128.08MMarket 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

£106.73K

N/A

Employees

1,200

N/A

Net Income

£3.47M

-52.0%

EBITDA

£16.27M

-10.3%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

£10.04M

+2.7%

Total Debt

£86.72M

+65.7%

Accounts Receivable

£63.50M

+21.7%

Inventory

£23.63M

+26.9%

Long Term Debt

£48.43M

+35.0%

Short Term Debt

£38.29M

+132.6%

Return on Assets

2.20%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

7.06%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

£8.57M

-32.2%

Operating Cash Flow

£10.29M

-26.8%

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Questions About MACF

What is the current price of Macfarlane Group Plc?

Macfarlane Group Plc is trading at £0.84 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 £0.94.

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 4.41%.

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