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Speedy Hire Plc(LSE) SDY

Market Cap£87.44MMarket 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)+79%
5 Year-74%
1 Year-40%
1 Month-5%
£0.19
+1.37%
+0.00Today
Speedy Hire Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 19.042026-08-04
Speedy Hire Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-1.24%GBX 19.282026-07-28
1 month-4.8%GBX 20.002026-07-03
3 month-1.86%GBX 19.402026-05-06
Year to date-23.84%GBX 25.002025-12-31
1 year-39.75%GBX 31.602025-08-04
3 year-48.54%GBX 37.002023-08-04
5 year-73.74%GBX 72.502021-08-05
Since inception+78.98%GBX 0.111992-01-02

Speedy Hire Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£87.44MMarket 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)

£832.70M

Net Income (TTM)

-£27.70M

EPS (TTM)

-£0.06

P/E Ratio

-3.29

Dividend

£0.02

Beta (Volatility)

0.08 (Low)

Price

£0.19

Volume

3,752,891

Open

£0.19

Previous Close

£0.19

Daily Range

£0.19 - £0.20

52-Week Range

£0.18 - £0.33

Estimated Earnings Date

Nov 18, 2026

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About Speedy Hire Plc

Speedy Hire Plc is a leading provider of tools, equipment, and plant for rent, primarily serving the construction, infrastructure, and industrial markets in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Established in 1968, the company operates an extensive network of depots and online platforms to deliver a comprehensive range of rental offerings and supplementary services.

Products and Services
  • Wide range of rental equipment including access platforms and heavy plant
  • Sales of tools, safety gear, and specialized equipment
  • Supplementary services such as testing, inspection, and technical advisory
Growth Outlook
  • Revenue increased to £210.9 million in the latest quarter
  • Gross profit margin improved to 55.9% in Q4 2025
  • Expansion plans include enhancing online service capabilities and depot network
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) revenue of £835.2 million
  • Dividend yield of 10.97%, indicating strong shareholder returns
  • Operating income of £13.4 million in the latest quarter, reflecting operational efficiency
Speedy Hire Plc has established itself as a key player in the rental and leasing services industry, with a diverse portfolio that caters to various market needs. The company's recent financial performance indicates a positive trajectory, with significant revenue growth and improved profit margins. The strong dividend yield further enhances its appeal to potential investors. With ongoing expansion efforts and a commitment to service excellence, Speedy Hire is well-positioned for future growth in a competitive market.
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Industry

Trading Companies and Distributors

Sector

Industrials

Employees

3,335

CEO

Dan Evans

Website

www.speedyservices.com

Headquarters

Newton-le-Willows, MR WA12 0JQ, GB

SDY Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

55.40%

Operating Margin

1.83%

Net Income Margin

-6.39%

Return on Equity

-19.68%

Return on Capital

1.83%

Return on Assets

-4.63%

Earnings Yield

-30.40%

Dividend Yield

11.05%

Payout Ratio

-36.47%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£87.44MMarket 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

460.23M

Volume

3.75M

Avg. Volume

1.32M

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£466.60M

Operating Income

£31.30M

EBITDA

£154.90M

Operating Cash Flow

£107.80M

Capital Expenditure

-£80.70M

Free Cash Flow

£27.10M

Cash & ST Invst.

£14.40M

Total Debt

£287.80M

Speedy Hire Plc Performance Analysis

Speedy Hire Plc annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20232023-03-31GBP 440,600,00013.9%
20242024-03-31GBP 421,500,000-4.3%
20252025-03-31GBP 416,600,000-1.2%
20262026-03-31GBP 416,100,000-0.1%
Speedy Hire Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22024-09-30-4.4%
Q42025-03-314.6%
Q22025-09-30-3.7%
Q42026-03-312.8%
Speedy Hire Plc annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20232023-03-31GBP 0.00-94.1%
20242024-03-31GBP 0.01141.7%
20252025-03-31GBP -0.00N/A
20262026-03-31GBP -0.062304.2%
Speedy Hire Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22024-09-30-9.4%
Q42025-03-31131.4%
Q22025-09-30-2500.0%
Q42026-03-31-18.2%

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

£210.90M

-1.0%

Gross Profit

£118.00M

+0.6%

Gross Margin

55.95%

N/A

Market Cap

£87.44MMarket 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

£26.22K

N/A

Employees

3,335

N/A

Net Income

-£14.40M

-860.0%

EBITDA

£52.80M

+60.5%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q4 2025YOY CHG

Total Cash

£14.40M

+260.0%

Total Debt

£287.80M

+41.8%

Accounts Receivable

£118.90M

+26.6%

Inventory

£10.20M

-13.6%

Long Term Debt

£259.90M

+44.7%

Short Term Debt

£27.90M

+19.7%

Return on Assets

-4.63%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

1.87%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

£1.70M

-92.0%

Operating Cash Flow

£22.90M

-15.5%

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Questions About SDY

What is the current price of Speedy Hire Plc?

Speedy Hire Plc is trading at £0.19 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Speedy Hire Plc?

Over the past 52 weeks, Speedy Hire Plc has traded between £0.18 and £0.33.

How much debt does Speedy Hire Plc have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Speedy Hire Plc reported total debt of £287.80M.

How much cash does Speedy Hire Plc have on hand?

Speedy Hire Plc reported £14.40M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Speedy Hire Plc’s dividend yield?

Speedy Hire Plc currently has a dividend yield of 11.05%.

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