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J. Smart & (Contractors) Plc(LSE) SMJ

Market Cap£44.47MMarket 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 (1980)+9,386%
5 Year-11%
1 Year-12%
1 Month+0%
£1.20
+0.00%
+0.00Today
J. Smart & (Contractors) Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 115.002026-10-02
J. Smart & (Contractors) Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+1.32%GBX 113.502026-09-25
1 month+0%GBX 115.002026-09-02
3 month+0%GBX 115.002026-07-03
Year to date-13.21%GBX 132.502025-12-31
1 year-11.54%GBX 130.002025-10-02
3 year-31.14%GBX 167.002023-10-03
5 year-10.51%GBX 128.502021-10-01
Since inception+9,386.3%GBX 0.011980-01-02

J. Smart & (Contractors) Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£44.47MMarket 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)

£51.43M

Net Income (TTM)

£6.70M

EPS (TTM)

£0.13

P/E Ratio

8.81

Dividend

£0.03

Beta (Volatility)

-0.02 (Low)

Price

£1.20

Volume

882

Open

£1.15

Previous Close

£1.20

Daily Range

£1.20 - £1.20

52-Week Range

£1.06 - £1.40

Estimated Earnings Date

Apr 13, 2026

SMJ News

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About J. Smart & (Contractors) Plc

J. Smart & Co. (Contractors) PLC is a leading developer and contractor in the United Kingdom, specializing in a diverse range of construction projects. Established in 1947, the company has built a robust portfolio that includes public works, commercial properties, and residential developments.

Products and Services
  • Development and construction of commercial properties
  • Residential unit development and sales
  • Flexible serviced office accommodations
Growth Outlook
  • Revenue increased to £14.76 million in the latest quarter
  • Strong cash flow with £17.77 million in cash and equivalents
  • Low debt ratio of 4.08%, indicating financial stability
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) revenue of £54.5 million
  • Net profit margin of 17.61% reflects operational efficiency
  • Dividend yield of 2.86% offers attractive returns
J. Smart & Co. operates in the Engineering & Construction sector, focusing on both public and private sector projects. The company has demonstrated resilience and adaptability in a competitive market, with a strong emphasis on quality and customer satisfaction. Recent financial performance indicates a positive trajectory, with significant revenue growth and a solid cash position. The low debt levels further enhance the company's financial health, making it an appealing option for potential investors.
AI Generated • Sep 19, 2026

Industry

Construction and Engineering

Sector

Industrials

Employees

154

CEO

David William Smart; John Richard Smart

Website

www.jsmart.co.uk

Headquarters

Edinburgh, SC EH4 6AB, GB

SMJ Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

13.75%

Operating Margin

-3.09%

Net Income Margin

17.61%

Return on Equity

3.92%

Return on Capital

-0.42%

Return on Assets

3.36%

Earnings Yield

11.35%

Dividend Yield

2.83%

Payout Ratio

24.78%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£44.47MMarket 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

38.67M

Volume

882

Avg. Volume

4.13K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£8.18M

Operating Income

-£1.31M

EBITDA

£9.45M

Operating Cash Flow

£7.14M

Capital Expenditure

-£1.06M

Free Cash Flow

£6.08M

Cash & ST Invst.

£17.77M

Total Debt

£6.21M

J. Smart & (Contractors) Plc Performance Analysis

J. Smart & (Contractors) Plc annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-07-31GBP 14,413,000N/A
20232023-07-31GBP 12,972,000-10.0%
20242024-07-31GBP 22,020,00069.8%
20252025-07-31GBP 23,240,0005.5%
J. Smart & (Contractors) Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-07-3156.3%
Q22025-01-31-32.9%
Q42025-07-3158.1%
Q22026-01-313.7%
J. Smart & (Contractors) Plc annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-07-31GBP 0.16N/A
20232023-07-31GBP 0.00-96.9%
20242024-07-31GBP 0.04761.2%
20252025-07-31GBP 0.13209.7%
J. Smart & (Contractors) Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-07-31940.5%
Q22025-01-31-95.6%
Q42025-07-317547.1%
Q22026-01-31-98.8%

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

£14.76M

+71.8%

Gross Profit

£2.01M

-8.0%

Gross Margin

13.62%

N/A

Market Cap

£44.47MMarket 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

£313.19K

N/A

Employees

142

N/A

Net Income

£61.00K

-58.8%

EBITDA

-£111.00K

-129.1%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

£17.77M

+16.6%

Total Debt

£6.21M

-43.4%

Accounts Receivable

£3.36M

-43.4%

Inventory

£10.67M

-42.2%

Long Term Debt

£211.00K

-0.5%

Short Term Debt

£6.00M

-44.3%

Return on Assets

3.36%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

-0.63%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

£5.01M

+643.2%

Operating Cash Flow

£5.08M

+857.9%

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Questions About SMJ

What is the current price of J. Smart & (Contractors) Plc?

J. Smart & (Contractors) Plc is trading at £1.20 per share.

What is the 52-week range for J. Smart & (Contractors) Plc?

Over the past 52 weeks, J. Smart & (Contractors) Plc has traded between £1.06 and £1.40.

How much debt does J. Smart & (Contractors) Plc have?

As of the most recent reporting period, J. Smart & (Contractors) Plc reported total debt of £11.05M.

How much cash does J. Smart & (Contractors) Plc have on hand?

J. Smart & (Contractors) Plc reported £25.82M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is J. Smart & (Contractors) Plc’s dividend yield?

J. Smart & (Contractors) Plc currently has a dividend yield of 2.83%.

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