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Unite Group Plc(LSE) UTG

Market Cap£2.62BMarket 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 (1999)+892%
5 Year-58%
1 Year-28%
1 Month-4%
£5.11
-0.20%
-0.01Today
Unite Group Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 510.502026-08-28
Unite Group Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-3.31%GBX 528.002026-08-21
1 month-4.22%GBX 533.002026-07-29
3 month-1.16%GBX 516.502026-05-29
Year to date-8.76%GBX 559.502025-12-31
1 year-28%GBX 709.002025-08-28
3 year-45.81%GBX 942.002023-08-29
5 year-58.16%GBX 1,220.002021-08-27
Since inception+891.89%GBX 0.511999-06-01

Unite Group Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£2.62BMarket 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)

£674.10M

Net Income (TTM)

-£159.90M

EPS (TTM)

-£0.98

P/E Ratio

-5.22

Dividend

£0.38

Beta (Volatility)

0.11 (Low)

Price

£5.11

Volume

1,819,280

Open

£5.11

Previous Close

£5.11

Daily Range

£5.11 - £5.14

52-Week Range

£4.42 - £7.30

Estimated Earnings Date

Mar 2, 2027

UTG News

No articles available.

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About Unite Group Plc

Unite Group Plc is the leading provider of purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) in the United Kingdom, primarily serving the higher education sector. The company manages a portfolio of properties that cater to the needs of students, ensuring a secure and supportive living environment.

Products and Services
  • High-quality student accommodation across 177 properties
  • Comprehensive services including 24-hour security and high-speed Wi-Fi
  • Innovative mobile application for maintenance requests and support
Growth Outlook
  • Partnerships with 60 universities enhance occupancy predictability
  • 52% of rooms secured through nomination agreements for stable income
  • Expansion plans to meet increasing student demand across the UK
Financial Highlights
  • Recent quarterly revenue of £208.4 million, showing strong demand
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) dividend yield of 7.14%, indicating attractive returns
  • Operating income margin of 50.24% in the latest quarter, reflecting operational efficiency
Unite Group Plc has established itself as a trusted brand in the student accommodation sector, focusing on delivering exceptional service and high-quality living spaces. The company's strategic partnerships with universities and its commitment to student welfare through initiatives like the "Leapskills" program further enhance its market position. Financially, the company has demonstrated resilience, with a robust revenue stream and a solid dividend yield, making it an appealing option for investors interested in the real estate investment trust (REIT) sector. The ongoing expansion and focus on operational excellence position Unite Group for continued growth in the evolving landscape of student accommodation.
AI Generated • Aug 21, 2026

Industry

Residential REITs

Sector

Real Estate

Employees

1,997

CEO

Joseph Julian Lister

Website

unite-group.co.uk

Headquarters

Bristol, BI BS2 0PS, GB

UTG Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

65.20%

Operating Margin

43.49%

Net Income Margin

-143.81%

Return on Equity

-10.94%

Return on Capital

2.49%

Return on Assets

-7.40%

Earnings Yield

-19.16%

Dividend Yield

7.38%

Payout Ratio

-32.83%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£2.62BMarket 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

513.86M

Volume

1.82M

Avg. Volume

2.04M

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£453.50M

Operating Income

£316.40M

EBITDA

-£199.10M

Operating Cash Flow

£295.50M

Capital Expenditure

-£345.20M

Free Cash Flow

-£49.70M

Cash & ST Invst.

£53.10M

Total Debt

£2.11B

Unite Group Plc Performance Analysis

Unite Group Plc annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31GBP 259,300,000-2.8%
20232023-12-31GBP 276,100,0006.5%
20242024-12-31GBP 299,300,0008.4%
20252025-12-31GBP 332,800,00011.2%
Unite Group Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-12-31-32.7%
Q22025-06-3028.4%
Q42025-12-31-20.7%
Q22026-06-3045.1%
Unite Group Plc annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31GBP 0.882.2%
20232023-12-31GBP 0.25-71.9%
20242024-12-31GBP 0.96290.6%
20252025-12-31GBP 0.20-79.3%
Unite Group Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-12-31-48.4%
Q22025-06-3015.2%
Q42025-12-31-147.4%
Q22026-06-30-344.4%

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

£208.40M

-0.6%

Gross Profit

£143.50M

-14.7%

Gross Margin

68.86%

N/A

Market Cap

£2.62BMarket 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

£1.37M

N/A

Employees

1,917

N/A

Net Income

-£417.70M

-248.3%

EBITDA

-£394.00M

-355.0%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

£53.10M

-91.0%

Total Debt

£2.11B

+27.4%

Accounts Receivable

£85.90M

+3.7%

Inventory

£0.00

-100.0%

Long Term Debt

£2.10B

+55.9%

Short Term Debt

£6.00M

-98.0%

Return on Assets

-7.40%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

2.24%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

-£24.90M

-117.0%

Operating Cash Flow

£71.60M

-51.3%

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Questions About UTG

What is the current price of Unite Group Plc?

Unite Group Plc is trading at £5.11 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Unite Group Plc?

Over the past 52 weeks, Unite Group Plc has traded between £4.42 and £7.30.

How much debt does Unite Group Plc have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Unite Group Plc reported total debt of £1.33B.

How much cash does Unite Group Plc have on hand?

Unite Group Plc reported £35.80M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Unite Group Plc’s dividend yield?

Unite Group Plc currently has a dividend yield of 7.38%.

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