Overview
UK window and door maker's 2025 revenue rose 13% due to Alunet acquisition
Adjusted profit before tax expected to meet expectations despite challenging conditions
Company focused on cost reduction and operational improvements amid market challenges
Outlook
Eurocell plans significant IT infrastructure modernization in H2 2026
Company expects further new branch openings in 2026
Eurocell intends to continue share buybacks, subject to financial position
Result Drivers
ALUNET ACQUISITION - Acquisition of Alunet drove 13% increase in total group sales, contributing significantly to revenue growth
COMPETITIVE PRESSURE - Company faced competitive pressure on selling prices and cost inflation, impacting performance
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES - Strategic initiatives in Branch Network division, including window and door sales, e-commerce, and new branches, supported growth
Key Details
Metric
Beat/Miss
Actual
Consensus Estimate
FY Revenue
Slight Miss*
GBP 403.60 mln
GBP 403.75 mln (2 Analysts)
*Applies to a deviation of less than 1%; not applicable for per-share numbers.
Analyst Coverage
The current average analyst rating on the shares is "strong buy" and the breakdown of recommendations is 2 "strong buy" or "buy", no "hold" and no "sell" or "strong sell"
The average consensus recommendation for the construction supplies & fixtures peer group is "buy."
Wall Street's median 12-month price target for Eurocell PLC is GBp225.00, about 83.3% above its January 21 closing price of GBp122.75
The stock recently traded at 7 times the next 12-month earnings vs. a P/E of 7 three months ago
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