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

Market Cap£45.29MMarket 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)+9,551%
5 Year-11%
1 Year-3%
1 Month+4%
£1.17
-2.50%
-0.03Today
J. Smart & (Contractors) Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 117.002026-09-11
J. Smart & (Contractors) Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+1.74%GBX 115.002026-09-04
1 month+4%GBX 112.502026-08-12
3 month+4%GBX 112.502026-06-12
Year to date-11.7%GBX 132.502025-12-31
1 year-3.31%GBX 121.002025-09-11
3 year-29.52%GBX 166.002023-09-12
5 year-11.03%GBX 131.502021-09-10
Since inception+9,551.27%GBX 0.011980-01-02

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

Market Cap

£45.29MMarket 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

8.97

Dividend

£0.03

Beta (Volatility)

-0.02 (Low)

Price

£1.17

Volume

22,731

Open

£1.22

Previous Close

£1.17

Daily Range

£1.12 - £1.22

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 Q2 2026
  • Net income of £61,000 reported in the latest quarter
  • Strong cash position with £17.77 million in cash and equivalents
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) revenue of £54.5 million
  • Dividend yield of 2.89% with a payout ratio of 24.78%
  • Current ratio of 3.35 indicates strong liquidity
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 solid financial foundation. The recent quarterly results reflect a positive trend in revenue and net income, showcasing the company's ability to generate profits even in challenging economic conditions. The strong cash position further supports operational flexibility and potential growth initiatives. With a history of over 75 years in the industry, J. Smart & Co. continues to be a significant player in the UK construction landscape, making it an intriguing option for potential investors.
AI Generated • Aug 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

11.15%

Dividend Yield

2.78%

Payout Ratio

24.78%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£45.29MMarket 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

38.71M

Volume

22.73K

Avg. Volume

4.21K

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

£45.29MMarket 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

£318.93K

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 £1.17 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 2.78%.

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