Should I buy or sell Compass Group stock right now?

8 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Compass Group in the last twelve months. There are currently 1 hold rating and 7 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" CPG shares. View CPG analyst ratings or view top-rated stocks .

What is Compass Group's stock price target for 2024?

8 brokerages have issued twelve-month target prices for Compass Group's stock. Their CPG share price targets range from GBX 2,120 to GBX 2,600. On average, they anticipate the company's stock price to reach GBX 2,371 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 10.3% from the stock's current price. View analysts price targets for CPG or view top-rated stocks among Wall Street analysts .

How have CPG shares performed in 2024?

Compass Group's stock was trading at GBX 2,146 at the beginning of 2024. Since then, CPG stock has increased by 0.2% and is now trading at GBX 2,150. View the best growth stocks for 2024 here .

How were Compass Group's earnings last quarter?

Compass Group PLC (LON:CPG) posted its earnings results on Tuesday, May, 19th. The company reported $37.60 earnings per share for the quarter, topping analysts' consensus estimates of $36.20 by $1.40. Compass Group had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 23.82% and a net margin of 4.24%.

How often does Compass Group pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Compass Group?

Compass Group announced a dividend on Wednesday, November 20th. Investors of record on Thursday, January 18th will be given a dividend of GBX 28.10 per share on Thursday, February 29th. This represents a yield of 1.34%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, January 18th. This is a boost from the stock's previous dividend of GBX 15. The official announcement can be accessed at this link . Read our dividend analysis for CPG .

Is Compass Group a good dividend stock?

Compass Group (LON:CPG) pays an annual dividend of GBX 43 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 1.87%. The dividend payout ratio is 5,733.33%. Payout ratios above 75% are not desirable because they may not be sustainable. Read our dividend analysis for CPG .

What other stocks do shareholders of Compass Group own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Compass Group investors own include easyJet (EZJ) , Barclays (BARC) , Compass Group (CMPGY) , Diageo (DGE) , Experian (EXPN) , GSK (GSK) , Prudential (PRU) , Reckitt Benckiser Group (RB) , Unilever (ULVR) and Whitbread (WTB) .

How do I buy shares of Compass Group?

Shares of CPG stock and other U.K. stocks can be purchased through online brokerage accounts that support trading on the London Stock Exchange (LSX). Some U.K. companies can be purchased through major U.S. brokerages in the form of American Depository Receipts (ADRs), which are placeholder equities held in a trust by a bank that represent shares of a foreign stock. Compare Top Brokerages Here .

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Compass Group (CPG) Share Price, News & Analysis

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GBX 2,142

-32.00 (-1.47%)

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50-Day Range: 2,134
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52-Week Range: 1,940.50
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Volume: 1.10 million shs
Average Volume: 3.38 million shs
Market Capitalization: £36.41 billion

P/E Ratio: 2,856.00
Dividend Yield: 2.01%
Price Target: GBX 2,371

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Compass Group MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating: Moderate Buy
2.88 Rating Score
Upside/Downside: 10.3% Upside
GBX 2,371 Price Target
Short Interest: N/A
Dividend Strength: Weak
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability: -1.41
Upright™ Environmental Score
News Sentiment: 1.20
Based on 2 Articles This Week
Insider Trading: N/A
Proj. Earnings Growth: N/A

Overall MarketRank^™

New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank^™ is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.

2.12 out of 5 stars

2.4

Analyst's Opinion

Consensus Rating
Compass Group has received a consensus rating of Moderate Buy. The company's average rating score is 2.88, and is based on 7 buy ratings, 1 hold rating, and no sell ratings.
Amount of Analyst Coverage
Compass Group has only been the subject of 3 research reports in the past 90 days.

N/A

Short Interest

Short Interest
There is no current short interest data available for CPG.

0.8

Dividend Strength

Dividend Yield
Compass Group pays a meaningful dividend of 1.87%, higher than the bottom 25% of all stocks that pay dividends.
Dividend Growth
Compass Group does not have a long track record of dividend growth.
Dividend Coverage
The dividend payout ratio of Compass Group is 5,733.33%. Payout ratios above 75% are not desirable because they may not be sustainable.

4.6

Sustainability and ESG

Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Score
Compass Group has received a 71.77% net impact score from Upright. Compass Group seems to create the most significant positive value in categories "Jobs", "Taxes", and "Distributing knowledge". The positive contribution in the "Distributing knowledge" impact category is mostly driven by its "Food service meals for formal education", "Food service meals for hospitals", and "Food service meals for residential nursing care" products. See details.
Environmental Sustainability
The Environmental Impact score for Compass Group is -1.41.

4.0

News and Social Media Coverage

News Sentiment
Compass Group has a news sentiment score of 1.20. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a higher news sentiment than the 0.36 average news sentiment score of Consumer Cyclical companies.
News Coverage This Week
MarketBeat has tracked 2 news articles for Compass Group this week, compared to 1 article on an average week.
Search Interest
61 people have searched for CPG on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is an increase of 85% compared to the previous 30 days.
MarketBeat Follows
2 people have added Compass Group to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days.

1.7

Company Ownership

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling
In the past three months, Compass Group insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.
Percentage Held by Insiders
Only 0.15% of the stock of Compass Group is held by insiders.
Percentage Held by Institutions
76.30% of the stock of Compass Group is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company.

0.0

Earnings and Valuation

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market
The P/E ratio of Compass Group is 2,866.67, which means that it is trading at a more expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 131.84.
Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector
The P/E ratio of Compass Group is 2,866.67, which means that it is trading at a more expensive P/E ratio than the Consumer Cyclical sector average P/E ratio of about 355.76.
Price to Earnings Growth Ratio
Compass Group has a PEG Ratio of 1.79. PEG Ratios above 1 indicate that a company could be overvalued.
Price to Book Value per Share Ratio
Compass Group has a P/B Ratio of 7.19. P/B Ratios above 3 indicate that a company could be overvalued with respect to its assets and liabilities.

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About Compass Group Stock (LON:CPG)

Compass Group PLC operates as a food and support services company in North America, Europe, and internationally. The company offers support services, such as cleaning in hospitals; reception services at corporate headquarters; managing remote camps; grounds and facilities services at schools and universities; and others. It serves business and industry; healthcare and senior living market; education; sports and leisure; and defense, offshore, and remote sectors. Compass Group PLC was founded in 1941 and is based in Chertsey, the United Kingdom.

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CPG Stock News Headlines

April 16, 2024 | americanbankingnews.com

Compass Group PLC (LON:CPG) Given Average Recommendation of "Moderate Buy" by Analysts

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Compass Group Regulatory News

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Compass Florida real estate agency moves into former restaurant space in Palm Beach

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Compass Group price target raised by 100 GBp at JPMorgan

January 21, 2024 | finance.yahoo.com

A Look At The Intrinsic Value Of Compass Group PLC (LON:CPG)

November 29, 2023 | msn.com

Compass Minerals declares $0.15 dividend

November 23, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com

Compass Group's (LON:CPG) Dividend Will Be Increased To £0.281

November 20, 2023 | uk.investing.com

Catering group Compass forecast higher 2024 profit

November 20, 2023 | msn.com

Does the Compass share price make it a hidden FTSE 100 gem?

November 20, 2023 | msn.com

Caterer Compass forecasts strong growth in 2024

November 13, 2023 | msn.com

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October 14, 2023 | msn.com

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October 12, 2023 | bizjournals.com

Compass Inc. enter Albany region's real estate market with new team of agents

October 9, 2023 | msn.com

Local nonprofit ‘Compass For Hope’ provides 500th shower to those in need

October 6, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com

Investing in Compass Group (LON:CPG) three years ago would have delivered you a 74% gain

October 5, 2023 | benzinga.com

COMPASS Pathways Is Accelerating Patient Access To Evidence-Based Innovation In Mental Health Care

September 27, 2023 | msn.com

Compass Diversified: Need Financials To Improve Before I Invest

September 13, 2023 | msn.com

Compass Datacenters acquires former Sears headquarters in Hoffman Estates

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Company Calendar

Last Earnings: 5/19/2020
Ex-Dividend for 2/29 Dividend: 1/18/2024
Dividend Payable: 2/29/2024
Today: 4/15/2024

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Industry, Sector and Symbol

Stock Exchange: LON
Sector: Consumer Cyclical
Industry: Restaurants
Sub-Industry: N/A
Current Symbol: LON:CPG
CUSIP: N/A
CIK: N/A
Web: www.compass-group.com
Phone: +44-1932-573000
Fax: N/A
Employees: 550,000
Year Founded: N/A

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target: GBX 2,371
High Stock Price Target: GBX 2,600
Low Stock Price Target: GBX 2,120
Potential Upside/Downside: +9.1%
Consensus Rating: Moderate Buy
Rating Score (0-4): 2.88
Research Coverage: 8 Analysts

Profitability

EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year): GBX 0.75
Trailing P/E Ratio: 2,898.67
Forward P/E Ratio: 22.82
P/E Growth: 1.79
Net Income: £1.31 billion
Net Margins: 4.24%
Pretax Margin: N/A
Return on Equity: 23.82%
Return on Assets: 6.59%

Debt

Debt-to-Equity Ratio: 86.40
Current Ratio: 0.75
Quick Ratio: 0.86

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales: £31.03 billion
Price / Sales: 1.19
Cash Flow: GBX 129.12 per share
Price / Cash Flow: 16.84
Book Value: GBX 299 per share
Price / Book: 7.27

Miscellaneous

Outstanding Shares: 1,700,000,000
Free Float: N/A
Market Cap: £36.96 billion
Optionable: Not Optionable
Beta: 0.75

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Key Executives

Mr. Dominic Blakemore (Age 55)
Group CEO & Director
Comp: $3.38M
Mr. Charles Palmer Brown (Age 53)
Group COO of North America & Director
Comp: $2.27M
Mr. Dev Amritesh (Age 49)
Managing Director
Mr. Petros Parras (Age 44)
Group CFO & Director
Ms. Alison R. Yapp (Age 59)
Group General Counsel & Company Secretary
Mr. Michael Young OBE
Director of Corporate Policy and Communications
Ms. Deborah Lee (Age 50)
Group Chief People Officer
Mr. Robin Mills (Age 56)
Chief Executive Officer of Compass Group UK & Ireland
Mr. James Meaney (Age 60)
Regional Managing Director of Latin America
Mr. Gareth Sharpe
Chief Financial Officer of UK & Ireland

Key Competitors

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Insiders

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Should I Buy Compass Group Stock? CPG Pros and Cons Explained

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Compass Group PLC:

Compass Group PLC has shown consistent revenue growth over the past year, indicating a strong financial performance.
The company has a diversified portfolio of services, reducing the risk associated with relying on a single market segment.
Recent strategic acquisitions by Compass Group PLC have expanded its market presence and potential for future growth.
Compass Group PLC's stock price has been steadily increasing, reflecting positive investor sentiment and potential for capital appreciation.
The company's strong cash flow position allows for continued investment in innovation and expansion.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in Compass Group PLC for these reasons:

Compass Group PLC operates in a highly competitive industry, which may impact its profit margins and market share.
Economic uncertainties and fluctuations in consumer spending could affect the demand for Compass Group PLC's services.
Increased regulatory scrutiny on the foodservice industry may lead to compliance challenges and additional costs for Compass Group PLC.
Global supply chain disruptions could impact the company's operations and financial performance.
Changes in consumer preferences and dining habits may require Compass Group PLC to adapt its offerings, potentially affecting profitability.

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Compass Group pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

CPG Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell Compass Group stock right now?: 8 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Compass Group in the last twelve months. There are currently 1 hold rating and 7 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" CPG shares.
View CPG analyst ratings or view top-rated stocks.
What is Compass Group's stock price target for 2024?: 8 brokerages have issued twelve-month target prices for Compass Group's stock. Their CPG share price targets range from GBX 2,120 to GBX 2,600. On average, they anticipate the company's stock price to reach GBX 2,371 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 10.3% from the stock's current price.
View analysts price targets for CPG or view top-rated stocks among Wall Street analysts.
How have CPG shares performed in 2024?: Compass Group's stock was trading at GBX 2,146 at the beginning of 2024. Since then, CPG stock has increased by 0.2% and is now trading at GBX 2,150.
View the best growth stocks for 2024 here.
How were Compass Group's earnings last quarter?: Compass Group PLC (LON:CPG) posted its earnings results on Tuesday, May, 19th. The company reported $37.60 earnings per share for the quarter, topping analysts' consensus estimates of $36.20 by $1.40. Compass Group had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 23.82% and a net margin of 4.24%.

How often does Compass Group pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Compass Group?: Compass Group announced a dividend on Wednesday, November 20th. Investors of record on Thursday, January 18th will be given a dividend of GBX 28.10 per share on Thursday, February 29th. This represents a yield of 1.34%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, January 18th. This is a boost from the stock's previous dividend of GBX 15. The official announcement can be accessed at this link.
Read our dividend analysis for CPG.
Is Compass Group a good dividend stock?: Compass Group (LON:CPG) pays an annual dividend of GBX 43 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 1.87%. The dividend payout ratio is 5,733.33%. Payout ratios above 75% are not desirable because they may not be sustainable.
Read our dividend analysis for CPG.
What other stocks do shareholders of Compass Group own?: Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Compass Group investors own include easyJet (EZJ), Barclays (BARC), Compass Group (CMPGY), Diageo (DGE), Experian (EXPN), GSK (GSK), Prudential (PRU), Reckitt Benckiser Group (RB), Unilever (ULVR) and Whitbread (WTB).
How do I buy shares of Compass Group?: Shares of CPG stock and other U.K. stocks can be purchased through online brokerage accounts that support trading on the London Stock Exchange (LSX). Some U.K. companies can be purchased through major U.S. brokerages in the form of American Depository Receipts (ADRs), which are placeholder equities held in a trust by a bank that represent shares of a foreign stock.
Compare Top Brokerages Here.

This page (LON:CPG) was last updated on 4/16/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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Compass Group MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Overall MarketRank™

Analyst's Opinion

Short Interest

Short Interest

Dividend Strength

Sustainability and ESG

Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Score

Environmental Sustainability

News and Social Media Coverage

News Sentiment

News Coverage This Week

Search Interest

MarketBeat Follows

Company Ownership

Earnings and Valuation

About Compass Group Stock (LON:CPG)

CPG Stock Price History

CPG Stock News Headlines

Company Calendar

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Price Target and Rating

Profitability

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Miscellaneous

Key Executives

Key Competitors

Insiders

Should I Buy Compass Group Stock? CPG Pros and Cons Explained

Pros

Cons

CPG Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

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