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Marston's Plc(LSE) MARS

Market Cap£302.15MMarket 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)+69%
5 Year-41%
1 Year+26%
1 Month-9%
£0.48
+0.32%
+0.00Today
Marston's Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 47.552026-09-11
Marston's Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-5.28%GBX 50.202026-09-04
1 month-9.08%GBX 52.302026-08-12
3 month-2.26%GBX 48.652026-06-12
Year to date-19.54%GBX 59.102025-12-31
1 year+25.79%GBX 37.802025-09-11
3 year+56.67%GBX 30.352023-09-12
5 year-41.08%GBX 80.702021-09-10
Since inception+68.66%GBX 0.281992-01-02

Marston's Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£302.15MMarket 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)

£1.79B

Net Income (TTM)

£118.90M

EPS (TTM)

£0.12

P/E Ratio

4.04

Dividend

£0.00

Beta (Volatility)

0.12 (Low)

Price

£0.48

Volume

1,363,152

Open

£0.49

Previous Close

£0.48

Daily Range

£0.47 - £0.49

52-Week Range

£0.37 - £0.69

Estimated Earnings Date

Nov 26, 2026

MARS News

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About Marston's Plc

Marston's PLC operates managed, franchised, tenanted, partnership, and leased pubs in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1834, the company has a diverse portfolio that includes property management and telecommunications services.

Products and Services
  • Managed and franchised pubs across the UK
  • Property management services
  • Telecommunications and insurance-related businesses
Growth Outlook
  • Recent quarterly revenue reached £422.7 million, indicating strong demand
  • Operating income margin improved to 15.2% in the latest quarter
  • Positive cash flow from operations of £23.5 million supports future investments
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve-month revenue of £1.8 billion reflects consistent performance
  • Net income for the latest quarter was £17.3 million, showcasing profitability
  • Current ratio of 0.30 indicates a focus on managing short-term liabilities
Marston's PLC has established itself as a significant player in the UK pub industry, with a history that spans nearly two centuries. The company's diverse offerings, including managed and franchised pubs, position it well to capitalize on the growing demand for dining and social experiences. Recent financial performance highlights a robust revenue stream and improving profitability, which may attract potential investors looking for opportunities in the consumer cyclical sector. The positive cash flow from operations further supports the company's ability to invest in growth initiatives, making it a noteworthy consideration for those interested in the hospitality industry.
AI Generated • Sep 2, 2026

Industry

Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure

Sector

Consumer Discretionary

Employees

9,017

CEO

Justin Mark Platt

Website

www.marstonspubs.co.uk

Headquarters

Wolverhampton, WM WV2 4BH, GB

MARS Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

18.03%

Operating Margin

18.25%

Net Income Margin

8.35%

Return on Equity

9.30%

Return on Capital

7.87%

Return on Assets

3.18%

Earnings Yield

24.75%

Dividend Yield

0.00%

Payout Ratio

0.00%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£302.15MMarket 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

635.43M

Volume

1.36M

Avg. Volume

1.66M

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£327.80M

Operating Income

£327.80M

EBITDA

£426.20M

Operating Cash Flow

£247.40M

Capital Expenditure

-£124.70M

Free Cash Flow

£122.70M

Cash & ST Invst.

£28.70M

Total Debt

£1.26B

Marston's Plc Performance Analysis

Marston's Plc annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-09-30GBP 799,600,00099.1%
20232023-09-30GBP 872,300,0009.1%
20242024-09-30GBP 898,600,0003.0%
20252025-09-30GBP 897,900,000-0.1%
Marston's Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-09-309.9%
Q22025-03-29-9.2%
Q42025-09-3010.1%
Q22026-03-31-10.2%
Marston's Plc annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-09-30GBP 0.21N/A
20232023-09-30GBP -0.01N/A
20242024-09-30GBP -0.01-29.3%
20252025-09-30GBP 0.11N/A
Marston's Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-09-30181.8%
Q22025-03-29-54.5%
Q42025-09-30307.0%
Q22026-03-31-69.5%

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

£422.70M

-1.3%

Gross Profit

£64.40M

-6.3%

Gross Margin

15.24%

N/A

Market Cap

£302.15MMarket 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

£33.57K

N/A

Employees

9,000

N/A

Net Income

£17.30M

+147.3%

EBITDA

£85.90M

-6.1%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

£28.70M

+1.1%

Total Debt

£1.26B

-19.6%

Accounts Receivable

£29.40M

-0.7%

Inventory

£12.70M

-13.6%

Long Term Debt

£1.19B

-3.4%

Short Term Debt

£63.40M

-80.7%

Return on Assets

3.18%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

7.74%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

-£15.50M

-122.4%

Operating Cash Flow

£23.50M

-74.1%

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Questions About MARS

What is the current price of Marston's Plc?

Marston's Plc is trading at £0.48 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Marston's Plc?

Over the past 52 weeks, Marston's Plc has traded between £0.37 and £0.69.

How much debt does Marston's Plc have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Marston's Plc reported total debt of £1.24B.

How much cash does Marston's Plc have on hand?

Marston's Plc reported £34.80M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Marston's Plc’s dividend yield?

Marston's Plc does not currently have a dividend yield.

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