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Marston's Plc(LSE) MARS

Market Cap£289.12MMarket 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)+61%
5 Year-45%
1 Year+16%
1 Month-8%
£0.47
+2.42%
+0.01Today
Marston's Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 45.852026-10-02
Marston's Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-0.43%GBX 46.052026-09-25
1 month-8.48%GBX 50.102026-09-02
3 month-13.49%GBX 53.002026-07-03
Year to date-22.42%GBX 59.102025-12-31
1 year+15.93%GBX 39.552025-10-02
3 year+63.75%GBX 28.002023-10-03
5 year-45.09%GBX 83.502021-10-01
Since inception+61.39%GBX 0.281992-01-02

Marston's Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£289.12MMarket 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

3.86

Dividend

£0.00

Beta (Volatility)

0.12 (Low)

Price

£0.47

Volume

1,625,734

Open

£0.44

Previous Close

£0.47

Daily Range

£0.44 - £0.47

52-Week Range

£0.38 - £0.69

Estimated Earnings Date

Nov 26, 2026

MARS News

3 FTSE Shares Going Ex-Dividend Next Week

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Alan OscroftMay 16, 2013

3 Shares the FTSE 100 Should Beat Today

Alan OscroftJan 22, 2013

3 FTSE 100 Shares Hitting New Highs

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About Marston's Plc

Marston's PLC operates a diverse portfolio of managed, franchised, tenanted, partnership, and leased pubs across the United Kingdom. Founded in 1834 and based in Wolverhampton, the company has evolved from its origins as a brewery to a significant player in the hospitality sector.

Products and Services
  • Managed and tenanted pubs offering a variety of dining and drinking experiences
  • Franchising opportunities for aspiring pub operators
  • Property management and related services in the hospitality sector
Growth Outlook
  • Recent revenue of £422.7 million indicates strong operational performance
  • Net income of £17.3 million in the latest quarter shows profitability
  • Positive cash flow from operations of £23.5 million supports future investments
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) P/E ratio of 3.96 suggests potential undervaluation
  • Operating profit margin of 18.25% reflects efficient cost management
  • Net profit margin of 8.35% indicates solid profitability relative to revenue
Marston's PLC has demonstrated resilience and adaptability in the competitive hospitality market. The company's diverse offerings and strategic management of its pub portfolio position it well for future growth. Recent financial results highlight a strong revenue base and profitability, which may attract potential investors looking for opportunities in the consumer cyclical sector. The low P/E ratio suggests that the stock may be undervalued, providing an attractive entry point for investors. Overall, Marston's PLC presents a compelling case for consideration in the hospitality investment landscape.
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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

25.91%

Dividend Yield

0.00%

Payout Ratio

0.00%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£289.12MMarket 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

1.63M

Avg. Volume

1.24M

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 799,600,000N/A
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

£289.12MMarket 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

£32.12K

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 £0.47 per share.

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

Over the past 52 weeks, Marston's Plc has traded between £0.38 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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