LON:GFS - G4S Stock Price, News, & Analysis

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GBX 216.70 +0.60 (+0.28 %)

(As of 10/22/2018 09:18 AM ET)

Previous CloseGBX 216.10

Today's RangeGBX 215.90 - GBX 219.50

52-Week RangeGBX 247.80 - GBX 342.60

Volume598,515 shs

Average Volume5.74 million shs

Market Capitalization£3.87 billion

P/E RatioN/A

Dividend YieldN/A

BetaN/A

G4S plc, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the provision of security and related services in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Africa, the Asia Pacific, the Middle East, India, Latin America, Europe, and North America. The company offers integrated solutions, including analytics and intelligence, technology and software, consulting and risk management, monitoring and response, and manned and mobile security, as well as systems design, built, and integration services. It also provides electronic monitoring, secure health, forensic medical and police support, secure support, and custody, detention, and rehabilitation services. In addition, the company offers cash solutions, such as cash management software and systems, cash recycling, international secure logistics, ATM replenishment and engineering, cash processing, and cash in transit services. It serves government, financial institutions, private energy and utilities, and ports and airports, as well as transportation and logistics, leisure and tourism, corporate and industrial, and retail sectors. G4S plc was founded in 1901 and is based in London, the United Kingdom.

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Industry, Sector and Symbol

Stock Exchange LON

Industry Security & Protection Services

Sub-IndustryN/A

SectorServices

SymbolLON:GFS

CUSIPN/A

Webwww.g4s.com

Phone+44-20-87707000

Debt

Debt-to-Equity RatioN/A

Current RatioN/A

Quick RatioN/A

Price-To-Earnings

Trailing P/E RatioN/A

Forward P/E RatioN/A

P/E GrowthN/A

Sales & Book Value

Annual SalesN/A

Price / SalesN/A

Cash FlowN/A

Price / CashN/A

Book ValueN/A

Price / BookN/A

Profitability

EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)N/A

Net IncomeN/A

Net Margins4.13%

Return on Equity38.18%

Return on Assets5.95%

Miscellaneous

EmployeesN/A

Outstanding Shares1,550,000,000

Market Cap£3.87 billion

G4S (LON:GFS) Frequently Asked Questions

What is G4S's stock symbol?

G4S trades on the London Stock Exchange (LON) under the ticker symbol "GFS."

How often does G4S pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for G4S?

G4S announced a dividend on Thursday, August 9th. Shareholders of record on Thursday, September 6th will be given a dividend of GBX 3.59 per share on Friday, October 12th. This represents a yield of 1.38%. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, September 6th. The official announcement can be viewed at this link. View G4S's Dividend History.

How were G4S's earnings last quarter?

G4S plc (LON:GFS) released its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, August, 9th. The company reported $7.40 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing the Thomson Reuters' consensus estimate of $8.20 by $0.80. G4S had a net margin of 4.13% and a return on equity of 38.18%. View G4S's Earnings History.

What price target have analysts set for GFS?

12 brokers have issued twelve-month price targets for G4S's shares. Their predictions range from GBX 245 to GBX 350. On average, they expect G4S's share price to reach GBX 309.50 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 42.8% from the stock's current price. View Analyst Price Targets for G4S.

What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for G4S?

12 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for G4S in the last year. There are currently 4 hold ratings, 7 buy ratings and 1 strong buy rating for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Buy." View Analyst Ratings for G4S.

Who are some of G4S's key competitors?

Some companies that are related to G4S include Halma (HLMA), London Security (LSC), CompX International (CIX), Marlowe (MRL), Sprue Aegis (SPRP), Nanotech Security (NTS), Hills (HIL), Synectics (SNX), Command Security (MOC), Avante Logixx (XX), Westminster Group (WSG), Future Fibre Technologies (FFT), Croma Security Solutions Group (CSSG), Thruvision Group (THRU) and Mortice (MORT).

Who are G4S's key executives?

G4S's management team includes the folowing people:

Mr. Ashley Almanza, CEO & Exec. Director (Age 55)
Mr. Tim P. Weller, Group CFO & Exec. Director (Age 55)
Ms. Helen Parris, Director of Investor Relations
Mr. Søren Lundsberg-Nielsen, Group Gen. Counsel (Age 66)
Sophie McMillan, Head of Media

How do I buy shares of G4S?

Shares of GFS 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.

What is G4S's stock price today?

One share of GFS stock can currently be purchased for approximately GBX 216.70.

How big of a company is G4S?

G4S has a market capitalization of £3.87 billion.

What is G4S's official website?

The official website for G4S is http://www.g4s.com/.

How can I contact G4S?

G4S's mailing address is 5th Fl, 105 Victoria Street, LONDON, SW1E 6QT, United Kingdom. The company can be reached via phone at +44-20-87707000.

MarketBeat Community Rating for G4S (LON GFS)

Community Ranking:		2.2 out of 5 ( )
Outperform Votes:		514 (Vote Outperform)
Underperform Votes:		635 (Vote Underperform)
Total Votes:		1,149

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This page was last updated on 10/22/2018 by MarketBeat.com Staff