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Whitbread Plc(LSE) WTB

Market Cap£3.92BMarket 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)+1,555%
5 Year-27%
1 Year-25%
1 Month-5%
£23.27
-0.85%
-0.20Today
Whitbread Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 2,344.002026-09-14
Whitbread Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-0.17%GBX 2,348.002026-09-07
1 month-5.48%GBX 2,480.002026-08-14
3 month-2.78%GBX 2,411.002026-06-16
Year to date-8.08%GBX 2,550.002025-12-31
1 year-24.58%GBX 3,108.002025-09-12
3 year-36.27%GBX 3,678.002023-09-15
5 year-26.52%GBX 3,190.002021-09-15
Since inception+1,554.73%GBX 1.421992-01-02

Whitbread Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£3.92BMarket 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)

£5.84B

Net Income (TTM)

£466.60M

EPS (TTM)

£1.20

P/E Ratio

19.34

Dividend

£0.97

Beta (Volatility)

-0.02 (Low)

Price

£23.27

Volume

274,464

Open

£23.93

Previous Close

£23.27

Daily Range

£23.16 - £23.93

52-Week Range

£20.98 - £33.02

Estimated Earnings Date

Oct 15, 2026

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About Whitbread Plc

Whitbread plc is a leading hospitality company managing a diverse portfolio of hotels and restaurants across the United Kingdom, Germany, and other international markets. The company operates approximately 841 hotels with over 82,000 rooms under well-known brands such as Premier Inn and ZIP by Premier Inn, alongside a significant restaurant division featuring popular dining establishments.

Products and Services
  • Premier Inn hotels with over 82,000 rooms in the UK
  • ZIP by Premier Inn and hub by Premier Inn brands
  • Restaurants including Brewers Fayre and Beefeater
Growth Outlook
  • Expansion plans include new hotel openings in key markets
  • Increased focus on enhancing customer experience and brand loyalty
  • Strong recovery in travel demand post-pandemic supports growth
Financial Highlights
  • Recent quarterly revenue of £1.38 billion, showing resilience
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) net profit margin of 7.29%
  • Dividend yield of approximately 3.94%, reflecting shareholder returns
Whitbread plc has established itself as a significant player in the hospitality sector, with a robust portfolio that caters to a wide range of customers. The company's strategic focus on expanding its hotel and restaurant offerings positions it well for future growth, particularly as travel demand continues to rebound. Recent financial performance indicates a strong revenue base and profitability, which may appeal to potential investors looking for opportunities in the hospitality industry. The commitment to enhancing customer experience and brand loyalty further strengthens its market position, making Whitbread plc a noteworthy consideration for investment.
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Industry

Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure

Sector

Consumer Discretionary

Employees

31,615

CEO

Dominic James Paul

Website

www.whitbread.co.uk

Headquarters

Dunstable, BE LU5 5XE, GB

WTB Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

50.59%

Operating Margin

21.82%

Net Income Margin

7.29%

Return on Equity

6.73%

Return on Capital

7.24%

Return on Assets

2.22%

Earnings Yield

5.17%

Dividend Yield

4.13%

Payout Ratio

79.29%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£3.92BMarket 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

167.14M

Volume

274.46K

Avg. Volume

686.96K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£3.04B

Operating Income

£1.18B

EBITDA

£1.94B

Operating Cash Flow

£1.52B

Capital Expenditure

-£1.13B

Free Cash Flow

£380.80M

Cash & ST Invst.

£233.70M

Total Debt

£5.47B

Whitbread Plc Performance Analysis

Whitbread Plc annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20232023-02-28GBP 2,625,200,00054.1%
20242024-02-29GBP 2,959,900,00012.7%
20252025-02-28GBP 2,921,900,000-1.3%
20262026-02-28GBP 2,920,200,000-0.1%
Whitbread Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22024-08-3113.4%
Q42025-02-28-13.7%
Q22025-08-3113.8%
Q42026-02-28-10.5%
Whitbread Plc annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20232023-02-28GBP 1.37556.2%
20242024-02-29GBP 1.6016.3%
20252025-02-28GBP 1.41-12.1%
20262026-02-28GBP 1.22-12.9%
Whitbread Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22024-08-311112.1%
Q42025-02-28-84.2%
Q22025-08-31547.4%
Q42026-02-28-102.0%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q4 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

£1.38B

-0.4%

Gross Profit

£663.90M

-7.9%

Gross Margin

48.14%

N/A

Market Cap

£3.92BMarket 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

£124.08K

N/A

Employees

31,615

N/A

Net Income

-£4.00M

-121.2%

EBITDA

£454.80M

+108.2%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q4 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

£233.70M

-66.5%

Total Debt

£5.47B

+7.3%

Accounts Receivable

£136.70M

+14.6%

Inventory

£11.00M

-48.1%

Long Term Debt

£5.29B

+7.1%

Short Term Debt

£175.60M

+12.9%

Return on Assets

2.22%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

7.34%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

-£8.00M

-115.0%

Operating Cash Flow

£328.30M

-3.1%

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Questions About WTB

What is the current price of Whitbread Plc?

Whitbread Plc is trading at £23.27 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Whitbread Plc?

Over the past 52 weeks, Whitbread Plc has traded between £20.98 and £33.02.

How much debt does Whitbread Plc have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Whitbread Plc reported total debt of £5.47B.

How much cash does Whitbread Plc have on hand?

Whitbread Plc reported £233.70M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Whitbread Plc’s dividend yield?

Whitbread Plc currently has a dividend yield of 4.13%.

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